One-Day Diving Mini Course - Discover Scuba Diving

Recommended by 96% of travelers

Cartagena, Colombia

5 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

If you're trying to dive for the first time, opt for a full-day course designed specifically for beginners in Cartagena, home to some of the most diverse marine life in the Caribbean Sea. The day before your dive you will learn all the necessary safety techniques and procedures in a pool, before exploring underwater at your own pace in a small group limited to four people.

Master the basics of scuba diving in the Caribbean Sea
An ideal option to start scuba diving
Remember your first scuba experience with an underwater photograph
Receive personalized attention in a small group limited to four people

What's Included

Use of Scuba equipment

Use of SCUBA equipment
Snacks

Fruits, cookies
Soda/Pop
Photographs and videos of the experience
Diving guide

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Cartagena Nautical Club
Calle 24 entre, Cra. 18b #y 20, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
INSIDE THE YACHT CLUB ASK FOR BARU'S DIVERS

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

01/17/2020 - 05/11/2027
Monday - Sunday : 7:00 AM - 12:30 PM

What To Expect

Isla Baru

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
NOTE: You must keep in mind that you CANNOT fly until 12 hours after the last dive, that is, you cannot leave the day you finish the course
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.8

based on 25 reviews

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1, 2, 3...jump!

Stephen_E, Jan 2025

This was way out of our comfort zone but the instructor made it seem easy, kept us feeling safe, and above all made it fun! If you're on the fence about diving, we recommend you take the plunge on this experience. Not to mention the great views and experience underwater in this region!

A future marine biologist is borne

Jason_H, Jun 2024

My son has always had an interest in marine life. We confirmed this on this trip. No doubt a diving certification is in his future. Thanks to the instructors/guides for an amazing experience.

Great vacation dive!

Brian_B, Dec 2022

Very friendly and knowledgeable crew, spoke English and Spanish. Guides provide great support for new divers while allowing experienced divers to do their thing. Excellent visibility, live coral, lots of fish and sea life.

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Thank you for diving with us, we appreciate your words, they help us to continue and improve every day, come back soon.

Daniel had a welcoming...

ABIGAIL_I, Oct 2021

Daniel had a welcoming and calming teaching style. We were anxious people and so we had the chance to take our time. The equipment was working well also. Daniel and the boat driver had their eyes out for our safety and comfort the whole time. Except they almost cancelled my reservation because I was the one and only customer. Luckily I met someone at my hotel who agreed to dive with me the next day.

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Thank you for diving with us, we appreciate your words, they help us to continue and improve every day, come back soon.

Lo mejor introducción al buceo

JonasErik_L, Dec 2023

Fue una experiencia increíble. Los instructores son muy buenos y pedagógicos, los arrecifes son hermosos y hay un montón de peces de todos colores. Para alguien a quien gustaría saber qué es la maravilla del buceo, esto es una introducción genial.