Try scuba course
Discover Scuba Diving
Designed for anyone who wants to try scuba diving for the first time. No previous experience is needed.
Overview
Discover Scuba Diving
Our Discover Scuba Diving experience is designed for anyone who wants to try scuba diving for the first time. No previous experience is needed.
With personal 1:1 guidance, you'll have your own dive professional with you throughout the experience. From the first briefing and equipment preparation to your underwater adventure, you'll receive individual attention, guidance and support every step of the way.
The experience
Discover Scuba Diving in Unawatuna
The program includes a basic dive theory session, practical preparation and a guided ocean dive with one of our experienced dive professionals.
With our private 1:1 guidance, you receive personal attention throughout the experience. Your instructor will guide you through the briefing, equipment preparation and underwater experience at your own pace, making your first dive comfortable, safe and enjoyable.
The ocean dive takes place at a suitable beginner-friendly dive site around Unawatuna. Your instructor will stay with you throughout the dive and guide you underwater.
Schedule
Discover Scuba dive schedule
We offer starting times throughout the day, depending on availability and sea conditions.
Morning
- 09:00Basic dive theory
- 09:30Dive preparation and briefing
- 10:00Boat departs to the dive site
- 10:15Arrive at the dive site and begin your guided dive
- 11:30Return to the dive center
Afternoon
- 11:30Basic dive theory
- 12:00Dive preparation and briefing
- 12:30Boat departs to the dive site
- 12:45Arrive at the dive site and begin your guided dive
- 14:00Return to the dive center
Times may vary depending on weather, sea conditions and dive-site availability.
What's next
Scuba dive certification
The Discover Scuba Diving program does not result in a certification. However, if you decide that you want to become a certified diver, you can continue with the PADI Open Water Course.
Your Discover Scuba experience can help you become familiar with scuba diving before starting your certification course.
If you are not interested in certification but would like to experience more dives, you can also join our guided fun dives, depending on your experience and requirements.
Photos & videos
Keep your first underwater memories
Make your first underwater experience a memory you can keep.
Ask our team about available underwater photo and video options during your Discover Scuba Diving experience.
Capture your first underwater adventure in Unawatuna and take home memories of your time beneath the surface.
Ask us about photos & videos when booking.
Why dive with us?
Personal, comfortable & unforgettable
We make your diving experience personal, comfortable and unforgettable.
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Feel Comfortable From the Start
With clear briefings and experienced local guides, you'll know what to expect before every dive. We help you feel relaxed and confident from the moment you arrive.
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Enjoy Personal Attention
With 1:1 guidance for Discover Scuba Diving, you have your own dive professional focused entirely on you. Learn at your own pace and enjoy extra support throughout your first underwater experience.
- 03
Dive With Local Experts
With more than 20 years of local experience, our team knows the waters around Unawatuna and Galle. We'll help you discover the dive sites and experiences that suit you best.
- 04
Explore With Confidence
Your safety comes first. We use well-maintained equipment and professional diving procedures so you can focus on enjoying the underwater world.
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Make Every Dive Memorable
From colourful reefs and marine life to exciting wrecks, discover what makes diving in Unawatuna special, with a friendly team by your side.
FAQ
Questions, answered
Marine life sightings depend on the dive site and sea conditions. You may see colourful fish, turtles, rays and other marine life, but sightings cannot be guaranteed.
The minimum age is 10 years old.
Yes. If you enjoy your experience, you can continue with the PADI Open Water Diver course.
The experience takes approximately 4 hours, including the briefing, preparation and guided ocean dive.
You should be comfortable in the water. Your instructor will guide you throughout the experience and explain everything you need to know before the dive.
Ready for your first dive?
Contact us for more information or book your Discover Scuba Diving experience now.