THE USA
The 15 best beginner dives in the USA you can book today, each with the per-head price, the depth, and who the operator will and will not take. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
Try beginner scuba in Honolulu’s calm Magic Island Lagoon, with gear, instruction, marine life, and free underwater videos included.
“The instructors we’re excellent very supportive and stayed with me the whole time I was very grateful for their help and they showed us some interesting ocean life”
Try scuba in Honolulu’s sheltered Magic Island Lagoon with patient instruction, a four-person group, 20 to 30 minutes underwater, and free video.
“Kyle, our instructor, was GREAT. Very informative. Kyle makes sure you are comfortable with everything before the dive. Would highly recommend. An awesome experience for the first time diver.”
Review of Maui’s beginner scuba session at Kahekili Beach Park, with turtles, small groups, safety rules, costs, and practical booking advice.
“Our teacher, Jen, was AMAZING! I'm glad I let my teenage son do this! He fell in love with the ocean and with diving, thanks to Jen and her guidance. Everything about the experince was fantastic for him. He wanted to go get Padi certified as soon as he got out of the ocean 🤣 I didn't get to go due to health reasons, so I highly recommend going to the Banyan Tree Divers website to look over the medical form before going. Otherwise, you won't get a copy of it until the night before, which is too late to cancel via Viator's policies. If you're in good health and…”
Beginner scuba session in West Palm Beach with gear, expert instruction, underwater video, marine life, and a gentle first taste of scuba.
“Phillipe was great at taking time explaining everything. Great experience. I'd highly recommend and would go again”
Try scuba in Panama City Beach with patient instruction, shallow-water practice, free videos, and a small group capped at eight people.
“Malin is very simple, professional, and informative. His instructions are simple and straightforward I would definitely recommend him to anyone!”
Try beginner scuba in Waikiki’s Magic Island Lagoon for $79, with an instructor, equipment, marine life guarantee, and free GoPro videos.
“I like it it was nice experience rayn explained everything he was helpful he new how to calm people down when they get panicked”
Try beginner scuba in Honolulu’s protected Magic Island Lagoon with an instructor, tropical fish, full gear, and free underwater videos.
“Beautiful setting for those wanting to try scuba. I've already got my PADI but my boyfriend hadn't so this was a great option for us and he is hooked now! The lagoon is packed with ocean life - flying gurnard, upside down jellies, dascyllus (my favorite), sponge crab, flounder, even Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa (the state fish!), and many more. Kyle was great just a solid guy overall and really made us feel comfortable and safe while also making sure we had an awesome time. The complimentary videos and local recommendations was really going the extra mile and appreciated as such - don't miss out on this!”
Try beginner scuba in Maui with PADI instructors, a small group, shore access, coral reef wildlife, turtles, and clear practical advice.
“This was so much fun. My 17 year old son and husband did this and they can’t wait to do it again. Deborah was there instructor a she was very informative, kept them safe and showed them lots while under water. 10/10 would highly recommend.”
Try scuba in Panama City Beach with expert instruction, full gear, and a small group session at St. Andrews State Park.
“Ben was very informative and was patient with us because this was our first time. He made sure we enjoyed the experience while also being safe.”
Try scuba in Maui with a certified instructor, small groups, coral reefs, turtles, and calm shore access near Lahaina.
“Great first scuba experience. Professional instruction, always felt safe, and had an amazing experience.”
Review of Oahu’s $299 two-tank beginner scuba trip, with small groups, hotel transfers, safety details, marine life, and practical tips.
“Were very helpful and patient especially our dive master Alex. Was a nice basic tour, not to deep not to shallow and saw lots of marine life, the water was so clear and beautiful.”
Review of Kauai’s beginner scuba experience at Koloa Landing, covering training, reef conditions, guides, medical rules, price, and practical tips.
“Parking and check-in was easy with Jeff. Great dive shop too. Carlo’s was our guide, he is the man! So cool, like diving with a friend. He was very knowledgeable and professional. He showed us what we needed to know and off we went on our two tank dive. The spot was amazing with great visibility. He knew right where to go to see large schools of fish, turtles, and he had an eye to spot Octopus. We encountered at least 5. Seaport has great reviews for a reason. They are excellent.”
Try beginner-friendly SCUBA at Koloa Landing with a one-hour lesson, guided shore entry, small groups, turtles, fish, and clear Kauai water.
“People were nice but there were a few issues with the guide flags in the sea, they were too further out which meant going up and down all the time to check we were in the right place. Apparently this was incorrectly placed by someone and moved by the current. We also were in a group with a little child and it was his first time so he struggled. We are not allowed to be separated so if the child couldn't dive we were told to go up again.. It was so messy and we waited so long to dive that i got sea sick and i gave up. So…”
Try Kauai scuba with no certification needed. Enjoy two boat-based sessions, reef life, turtles, equipment, snacks, and expert instruction.
“This is an awesome tour for anyone that has never done scuba before. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They will take time to make sure you feel comfortable with your equipment and take you out too see thing that you just can’t see from the shore. I would highly recommend!”
Try beginner scuba in Panama City Beach with patient instruction, shallow-water practice, marine life, free GoPro photos, and a small group.
“Great! I’m a non swimmer and I was completely comfortable going under water for a long period of time. After great and simple instructions from Malin Mutafchiev, What I liked most is the attention to detail. Malin Mutafchiev was always looking back and communicating by hand signals to make sure we we were ok. For anyone interested in scuba diving and having a fun informative and safe time I would highly recommend booking with Malin Mutafchiev!”
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