Fun diving
Diving in Unawatuna
Are you a certified diver already? Explore the beautiful underwater world of Unawatuna and 16 dive sites along Sri Lanka's southern coast with our experienced dive team.
Certified divers
Dive trips for certified divers
At Seahorse Dive Center, we make every dive easy, enjoyable and well organized. Before each dive, our experienced dive team gives you a clear briefing covering the dive site, safety procedures and what you can expect underwater.
Our dive sites are around 10-15 minutes by boat, giving you more time to enjoy the water without spending too long travelling. We organize dives in friendly groups, creating a relaxed atmosphere where you can have fun, meet other divers and explore the underwater world together.
Whether you're looking for colourful reefs, marine life or exciting wrecks, our team will guide you throughout your experience and help you make the most of every dive.
- Dive sites
- 16
- Dive sites
- By boat
- 10-15 min
- By boat
- Friendly groups
- Small
- Friendly groups
Every day
Daily dive schedule
Our daily schedule offers multiple dive options. With multiple dive times throughout the day, you can enjoy up to three dives and explore different dive sites around Unawatuna.
9:00 - 10:45 am
Morning dive
Morning boats depart for different dive sites around Unawatuna and Galle, returning around 10:45 am.
11:30 am - 12:45 pm
Midday dive
Our second dive session departs at 11:30 am, giving you another opportunity to explore the underwater world before returning around 12:45 pm.
2:30 - 4:00 pm
Afternoon dive
Afternoon boats depart for different dive sites, returning around 4:00 pm.
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Night dive
Night dives depart at 6:00 pm and return around 7:00 pm, offering qualified divers the chance to experience the underwater world after dark.
Special night dives are available on request, depending on weather, sea conditions and availability.
Refresher dive
Planning to get back in the water?
If it has been more than a year since your last dive, or you simply want to refresh your skills and confidence, our half-day Refresher Dive is the perfect way to get back in the water.
- 01
Refresh your knowledge
First, you will review basic dive theory, important safety procedures and essential diving skills with one of our experienced dive guides.
- 02
Afternoon dive
After refreshing your knowledge and skills, you will get back into open water with a guided refresher dive.
- 03
Dive as you want
Once you have completed your refresher dive, you can continue exploring Unawatuna with our fun dives and other diving experiences.
All stages are completed with guidance from our experienced dive team. Refresher dives can also be included in our dive packages.
Private group dives
Dive together, your way
Planning a dive with family, friends or your own group? Our Private Group Dives give you a more personal and flexible way to explore the underwater world around Unawatuna and Galle.
Enjoy a private diving experience with your own group and experienced dive guide, with dive sites selected based on your experience, interests and current sea conditions.
Your Own Group
Dive exclusively with your family, friends or group without joining a larger group.
Personal Guidance
Our experienced dive team will guide your group throughout the dive and help you choose suitable dive sites.
Flexible Experience
Choose from our 16 local dive sites depending on your experience, interests and sea conditions.
Explore Together
Discover reefs, marine life, caves and historic shipwrecks while enjoying the dive together.
Perfect for families, couples, friends and private groups. Contact us to arrange your private group dive.
20+ years in Unawatuna
Why choose Seahorse Dive Center?
Beyond diving and courses, Seahorse Dive Center is built on local knowledge and more than 20 years of diving experience in Unawatuna. Our team knows the waters, dive sites and conditions of the area, giving you the opportunity to explore Sri Lanka's underwater world with people who know it best.
We believe diving should be safe, professional and fun. Whether you're taking your first dive, continuing your training or exploring as a certified diver, our experienced local team is here to make every dive a memorable one.
We look forward to welcoming you to Seahorse Dive Center and sharing our home underwater with you.