Colombia · SCUBA DIVING
The 15 best scuba diving trips you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is there for a reason; start with it and work down.
San Andrés scuba experience with hotel pickup, beginner training, a 12m Big Mamá underwater session, and an underwater museum.
“Sami was an absolutely amazing instructor. He was kind and very patient. I went diving with my mom and the assistance he gave us was incredible. Would do it 1000 times again. What an amazing experience. They also have a cute cat at the diving shop :)”
Beginner-friendly private scuba training in San Andrés with coached skills at 2 meters, reef time at 6 to 12 meters, plus photo-video.
“Super first time experince, even went back and booked other session. Great service and price. Recomnend”
Discover SCUBA in San Andrés with a PADI instructor, pool skills, and a calm open-sea session for 35-40 minutes up to 10m.
“We had such a great time with the Discovery Dive! Andres explained everything that we needed to know and practiced with us until we felt comfortable. My husband was did not feel comfortable breathing underwater and felt like he might panic. Andres was very understanding and had him practice in the pool longer to get more comfortable. He then stated that his assistant would stay with my husband closer to the surface and he took me diving up to 40 ft. It was a great experience and I now know that I definitely want to get certified and my husband definitely does not!”
Walk the San Andrés ocean floor with a breathing helmet, a friendly guide, and a Poseidon stop, plus optional photo souvenirs.
“Very fun and beautiful view underwater! You can hang out right at beach spot right there. It's so fun!”
Small-group scuba training and an island underwater outing from Cartagena with lunch included by Rutagena.
“Diving with Tayrona was an excellent experience. She is very thorough with her safety briefings for beginners like myself and I always felt safe. The area you dive is beautiful and the scuba/hostel/restaurant she runs is very accommodating and provides a great lunch. Don’t hesitate to book!”
4-hour beginner scuba course in Tayrona National Park near Santa Marta, includes equipment, snacks, transport, and two underwater sessions.
“Was absolutely amazing! Had a great instructor called David, explained everything very well which made the experience less nerve wracking. Made sure we had a great time with keeping in mind the importance of marine life and safety. Showed us amazing routes and overall something defiantly worth the time and money. 10/10 defo recommend & would for sure return!”
Starter scuba skills off Isla Baru in Cartagena, with 2 reef visits, small-group coaching, and included underwater photo and video.
“Very friendly and knowledgeable crew, spoke English and Spanish. Guides provide great support for new divers while allowing experienced divers to do their thing. Excellent visibility, live coral, lots of fish and sea life.”
Scuba course from Cartagena to Playa Blanca, with Baru reef time, included gear, lunch and lemonade, then beach relax with chairs and views.
“I asked for a guide in English, but had someone who only spoke Spanish. What was good was that the bus came to the hotel. An hour late, without letting me know or responding to a message. Furthermore, I got the entire explanation in Spanish. The guide did not know that I was registered for scuba diving. I had to find out for myself. Diving was very good, only the description said one hour of diving and this was only 20 minutes. Even after that I had to figure out where I had to go myself, the guide, Mary, was nowhere to be seen and did not respond to whatsapp…”
Two-tank scuba tour in San Andrés with a private guide, included gear and neoprene suit, snacks, and a scuba computer, weather permitting.
“This was my second time diving, and unfortunately, my experience wasn’t as comfortable as the first. My instructor, Boris, initially worked with me one-on-one, but I felt he lacked patience as I struggled to find my breathing rhythm. We later joined two other divers, but his teaching method didn’t help me feel at ease. Additionally, while removing my equipment, the weight belt slipped and landed on my foot, leaving me with a swollen foot, though the team did provide ice to alleviate the pain. While I love diving and was hoping to feel comfortable, the lack of effective communication and patience from the instructor was disappointing. Lastly, I was a…”
Intro scuba for beginners in Tayrona National Park near Santa Marta, small group, calm-water training, gear, boat ride, photos.
“This particular dive was one of the best i have ever taken…i plan on doing this again there in a month!!!”
PADI Open Water course in Cartagena with pool practice and four sea sessions on Baru Island, led by close, safety-first instruction.
“Awesome experience. They take lots of safety precautions and make sure you are very comfortable while learning.”
Half-day reef scuba trip from Cartagena: two 50+ minute sessions, shipwrecks, English guide, gear, photos, fruit snack.
“Knowledgable dive masters and cool reef systems to explore. Would use them again in my return trip!!”
Beginner scuba training in San Andrés with pool practice, a guided 10-meter Caribbean session, and small-group safety for $68.
“We were picked up at our hotel and driven to the diving school. We had booked the tour in English and once it was clear that my Spanish was not going to be good enough to follow and simultaneously translate to my husband the detailed safety instructions, one of the instructors brought his English speaking colleague Carlos who gave the group bilingual instructions in a pool on how to breathe, recover the mouth piece if lost, descend, visual cues to communicate under water etc. I struggled with the breathing at first and was a bit stressed and Carlos was fantastic in taking the time to explain everything, giving good advice…”
Beginner scuba in San Andrés: coral reef basics, hotel pickup, and underwater statues. 3 hours, small group, English offered.
“We booked but due to the temperature it was cancelled but not refunded and communication with the agency is very difficultAuto-translated”
PADI Discover Scuba in Cartagena with 2 guided underwater sessions at Barú reefs, full gear, photos and videos, plus tropical snacks.
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