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Discover Scuba Diving

46 Reviews 4.96 out of 5 stars Based on 46 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor |
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| St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
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Overview

Your Discover Diving Course does not require a certification. You will be educated about SCUBA in a classroom followed by learning how to use the gear and some important diving skills in shallow water with a qualified instructor. You then can either complete a full SCUBA dive in the bay or choose to go out on our boat to 2 dive locations in our beautiful Caribbean sea.

Please note: DSD (Discover SCUBA Diving) Boat Dives require successful completion of a DSD experience in our bay with one of our SCUBA Instructors!

What's Included

  • All SCUBA related equipment (tanks, weights, BCD, regulator, wet suit, fins, mask, snorkel)
  • Qualified Instructor
  • A Discover Diving Diving booklet
  • Gratuities (recommended) 15-20% tour cost
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What To Expect

This beginner scuba diving course allows you to experience the underwater world without a certification and under plenty of supervision. Our extraordinary staff of instructors at Aqua Action Dive Center will have you feeling very confident when entering the ocean for your first time. We offer both shallow bay dives, or experience the amazing reefs and wrecks off of St. Thomas on our dive boat

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: Do I need to have previous Scuba experience for this activity?

A: No, you don’t need to have any previous Scuba experience, but you must be able to swim without a flotation device. Read more Mar 2022

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

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Q: Do I need to have previous Scuba experience for this activity?
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No, you don’t need to have any previous Scuba experience, but you must be able to swim without a flotation device.

Mar 2022
Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
A:

Participants in the Discover Scuba Diving cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.

The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.

Jun 2024
Q: Will I get seasick on Discover Scuba Diving?
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

Feb 2023
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discover Scuba Diving?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • All SCUBA related equipment (tanks, weights, BCD, regulator, wet suit, fins, mask, snorkel).
  • Qualified Instructor.
  • A Discover Diving Diving booklet.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities (recommended) 15-20% tour cost.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 10..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Discover Scuba Diving is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Discover Scuba Diving will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • All SCUBA related equipment (tanks, weights, BCD, regulator, wet suit, fins, mask, snorkel)
  • Qualified Instructor
  • A Discover Diving Diving booklet
  • Gratuities (recommended) 15-20% tour cost

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Diving within 24 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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