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4 hours
Pickup offered
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Offered in: English

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Overview

While on vacation in Aruba, complete a 3-hour discover scuba diving course. This course allows you to experience scuba with a trained instructor without needing any kind of certification. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

3-hour discover scuba diving course in Aruba
No certification needed
Led by a PADI-certified guide
All equipment provided
Snacks and beverages
Hotel pickup and drop-off

What's Included

Hotel/port pickup and drop-off (low/high rise hotels)
Theory class
Brief Pool Training
1 Open Water Dive
Use of Scuba equipment
Scuba Diving Professional Instructor
Beverage
Government Taxes

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

S.E.Aruba Fly 'N Dive
Bucutiweg 20, Oranjestad, Aruba
Use Google Maps or maps.me for easier navigation by placing our address BUCUTIWEG 20. Parking is available and free of charge, when on the BUCUTIWEG road, look on the opposite side of the water for a house with our sign, there you can park safely.

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

12:30 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

Our free of charge transport service is free of charge, not included in our price It is a courtesy service only available to those that DO NOT have a rental car. If you don't have a rental car please pick your accommodation from the list on the booking to guarantee this service. If your accommodation is not on the list, we can accommodate at the nearest hotel from the list. Local addresses are subject to review. Please ask before your booking.

What To Expect

Your half-day scuba course will begin with convenient pickup at your hotel or the cruise port. Transfer to the dive shop to meet your PADI-certified instructor, who will guide you through the 3-hour course.

Start with a course on diving theory, including the mechanics of breathing and an orientation to the gear you'll use. The dive course includes one open-water dive, accompanied by your instructor, where you'll explore the underwater world and get a feel for the sport.

Get dropped off back at your hotel after the 3-hour course.

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

Children must be 10 years or older to participate in this activity.
Participants with a current cold or sinus congestion, bronchitis, epilepsy, asthma, diabetes, a severe medical problem, who are or may be pregnant or who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not permitted to dive. If taking medications consult your doctor before participating in this program and must bring a written medical clearance that are able to scuba dive
Participants with ear infection, history of ear disease, hearing loss, respiratory issues, ear or sinus surgery, collapse lungs, chest surgery, must provide a medical approval, before participating on the program
Participants with behavioral health, mental or psychological problems, nervous system disorder must bring a medical clearance from doctor to be able to participate in the program
Participants with colostomy, heart disease, heart attack history, angina, heart blood pressure, taking heart blood pressure medications, heart surgery, blood vessel surgery, history of bleeding or other blood disorder must provide a medical clearance before participating in the program.
Participants with history of seizures, blackouts, firing convulsions, epilepsy or taking medications to prevent them must provide medical clearance before participating in the program
Participants with history of fear of closed or open spaces or panic attacks claustrophobia or agoraphobia must provide medical clearance before participating in the program.
Without presenting upon check in a physical medical clearance to scuba dive from the above mentioned conditions or any other medical conditions not listed above will not be allowed to participate in the program and no refund will be provided.
If any questions about a specific medical conditions please consult with us prior to booking to avoid any inconveniences.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Featured review

Nina_M

This was the most incredible experience I could have hoped for and I would highly recommend it for anyone interested in trying out Scuba diving! I was a bit nervous when I started, but the instructors were incredibly patient and helped me every step of the way! After we finished the dive, I immediately wanted to do it again!

Reviews

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Absolutely amazing

Brenden_B, Apr 2024

The instructors and staff were extremely helpful and supportive for first time divers that have never experienced SCUBA they built our confidence and gave us an amazing dive we got to see 2 eels and a seahorse along with thousands of fish

Great experience with excellent instructors

Todd_L, Apr 2024

Diving down and seeing aquatic life on ocean floor was amazing.You went 40 ft down and definitely got your moneys worth.I will be doing it again.

Adolfo is AMAZING!!

Rich_M, Apr 2024

Adolfo was super amazing and kind. He helped everyone and took his time to make sure we were ready. I would recommend him to everyone from first time to 100 times

Amazing aquadic adventure

Maria_L, Apr 2024

Very good first time intro to diving. Highly recommend. Guy from NJ and from Ireland 🇮🇪 Dont forget to breath coming up

Amazing time with family

Chelsea_T, Apr 2024

Had an amazing time! They were so patient with my children as well! Highly recommend for an up close experience with the sea life.

Great way to experience scuba if you’re not yet certified.

Sharon_J, Mar 2024

Excellent communication prior to and throughout the excursion. Great way to experience scuba if you’re not yet certified.

Amazing!

Nina_M, Mar 2024

Professional and patience

Paul_B, Mar 2024

Besides the great views under water. The guides were so professional and knowledgeable. There patience is what stood out to me the most.

Your in Good Hands

Jonathan_M, Feb 2024

If you are interested in finding out if the world of scuba diving is for you, this is the excursion for you. A well crafted educational session and a quick pool training sets you up for what to expect. They are knowledgeable and caring and take the time to explain everything with a hint of a sense of humor. I was hit with a bit of anxiety once the dive start. They worked with me to calm me down while maintaining safety first at all times. It was a truly rewarding experience for the rest of the dive. Highlighted by see a seahorse in the wild. Would strongly recommend for the beginners looking to dip their toe a little deeper in the ocean or someone looking to take the next set to get certified.

Fantastic experience for a beginner diver

Mitchell_H, Feb 2024

Had a great introductory course. Got the basics of scuba as well as a practice run in a pool. Then got to go for a 30 minute dive in free water to a depth of about 35-40 feet, which was exhilarating and beautiful. Would recommend to anyone who is new to scuba, even if apprehensive.

Great trip great value

Kristina_K, Feb 2024

This was a great trip really fun highly recommend, highly recommend great safe fun easy way to try scuba

A wonderful dive!

Ashanna_S, Feb 2024

It was amazing dive! The instructors were very welcoming & professional! They took great care of us and showed a good time underwater! Waaaaay better than snorkeling!

Aruba Scuba

Taneisha_R, Jan 2024

Very good for first time beginners. The driver needs ac and phone charger to work but she’s not affiliated with them. They should choose another. The instructors are very nice. I cut my leg on coral there’s no first aid kit on the boat. Told me salt water is very healing which is true but I still needed to clean the wound and the blood off my leg. Other than that good instructions. Safe dive. That matters!

Great for Teens

Eric_L, Jan 2024

Paula is a highly experienced dive master, guide, and instructor. I took four teens for the half-day Discover Scuba program and we all had a great time. After classroom and pool instruction, we completed a shore dive at Mangel Halto, where the kids were surprised to find a sunken tug boat! This is a perfect excursion for teens and is sure to be a highlight of their time in Aruba!

Scuba diving

Genessy_R, Dec 2023

The instructor were very nice and supportive, held my hand in the ocean until I felt good on my own.

Bad Experience Would Not Recommend!!

Adheena_C, Dec 2023

Had a bad experience with S. E. Aruba diving. my boyfriend and I arrived at the dock at the scheduled time of 12:45. we were told to wait for the boat and we ended up waiting for almost 2 hours with no news of what is going on. eventually we kept pressing and they told us the boat had broken down and that the whole excursion is canceled. this was our main excursion that was planned for our short trip and if they had told us sooner it would be canceled or that they had issues we could have booked another excursion but it was too late in the afternoon by then. would not recommend!!

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Hi Adheena, We are truly sorry that you feel that way. As mentioned on our direct message to you, the boat had not broken down like you mention, it was a minor issue, however it took more time than expected to get back to our pier. As soon as we knew that it would have taken longer, we decided to cancel, to avoid that some of you that were already impatient after half an hour, would have to wait any longer, therefore it did not take two hours to announce as you mention. However we understand that your frustration and lack of understanding for the situation can overly exaggerate the situation to make our operation look bad. We are very happy and grateful that those from the morning excursion that were on board and some from the afternoon program were very understanding and caring.

A must try experience

Isabelle_P, Nov 2023

Such a great experience especially for beginners, the instructors are very good and make you feel extremely safe!

Professional and Comforting!

Jonathan_F, Sep 2023

This was my wife’s first experience, and she was extremely nervous. I am an experienced diver and I remained hopeful we could make this a hobby together. The team made sure to keep her comfortable without being pushy. They gave me my independence. They literally, held her hand the whole time. She finished, feeling proud, and I left, feeling hopeful that we could do this again sometime.

Best scuba diving instructor

Catherine_J, Sep 2023

The captain and our diving instructor Veddie were both excellent. Veddie brought in a pool to practice techniques first. He was very helpful and cheered us on . He made sure we were comfortable at all times when we went into the actual dive in the ocean. Very attentive and a serious excellent instructor. My dad and I learned so much on this dive and felt fairly comfortable as this was only our second time scuba diving. I would highly recommend aruba discover scuba diving. Everything looks so much better and more vivid colors below the usual snorkeling depths ❤️

Incredible First Diving Experience!

Delaney_F, Sep 2023

This was an incredible first scuba diving experience for my boyfriend and I. We were the only two on the afternoon dive, and the instructors made us feel very comfortable while preparing and during the dive. We had an excellent time and would definitely recommend this if you want to scuba in Aruba! 🤿🏝️

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