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San Andres: Beginner Private Diving & Photos with Pickup★ 4.97 (209) · 2h 30m
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San Andrés: Helmet Diving & Poseidon Statue Underwater★ 4.58 (130) · 1h 30m
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First-Time Scuba Diving in San Andres: Beginner’s Guided Dive★ 4.98 (138) · 3h
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Scuba Diving San Andrés: certified divers, small groupsHalf-day scuba diving on San Andrés Island for certified divers, run by a PADI 5-Star resort in small groups of 6 to 8 people. You make two dives at different reef sites with a guide, complete scuba gear, tanks and air included; pickup and drop-off happen at meeting points across the island. Divers must be certified, have logged a dive in the last eight months, and wait 12 to 18 hours after diving before flying.Is it for me?Book this dive if you're certified and staying on San Andrés without a car — pickup at your hotel or a beach access means you skip the logistics of finding the dive shop and getting to the boat, and the small group size keeps the pace relaxed enough that you can focus on the reef instead of managing a crowd.
Beginner Diving in San Andrés: First Dive in the CaribbeanA beginner diving experience in San Andrés starts with pool training on SCUBA equipment, then moves to a guided dive 10 meters deep in the Caribbean Sea with a certified instructor at your side. The activity runs 3.5 hours and includes all gear, transportation from your hotel, and instruction in English, Spanish or Portuguese. No diving experience is required; children from age 8 are welcome.Is it for me?The pickup from your hotel and the pool training beforehand mean you don't need a car, diving experience, or confidence that you can figure it out alone—you show up, learn in the water, and the instructor handles the rest. This works best if you're staying in San Andrés and want to try diving without the commitment of a certification course.
San Andrés Diving: Beginner Coral & Statue InstructionBeginner diving instruction in San Andrés with expert instructors teaching you the basics of equipment, breathing and underwater communication before you descend into coral reefs and encounter submerged statues. Hotel pickup is included; the class runs three hours and requires no prior experience. Not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with cardiovascular concerns.Is it for me?The instructors guide you through every step, from breathing underwater to navigating the reef, so this works whether you're nervous about water or simply have never tried diving. The three-hour window means you can fit it into a morning or afternoon without reshaping your whole day.
San Andres: Private two-tank dive with guideDive into San Andres with a private local guide on this two-tank experience tailored for certified divers. Enjoy small groups (never more than three), all scuba equipment provided, plus snacks between dives at sites like Nirvana or Blue Diamond. You’ll get personal attention and real island warmth — those quiet underwater moments are something you’ll remember long after you dry off.
3-Day PADI Open Water Diver Certification in San AndrésA 3-day PADI Open Water Diver certification course in San Andrés, Colombia, where you earn the credential to dive independently in open water. The course combines classroom theory, confined water drills in a pool or lagoon, and four supervised open water dives on the reef. Small groups mean individualized attention from certified instructors; all diving gear, photos, videos, medical insurance and hotel pickup are included. Children from age 10 are welcome.Is it for me?If you're staying in San Andrés without a car, the included pickup means you don't coordinate transport to the dive site — you're picked up from your hotel and returned after each day. Small groups guarantee the instructor knows your comfort level and adjusts the pace to your learning, which matters when you're underwater for the first time.
San Andrés Scuba Diving — what to know before booking
This guide compares 8 bookable options for San Andrés Scuba Diving, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 60. The average rating is 4.8 out of 5, based on 543 traveler reviews.
Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. 6 of the 8 options offer free cancellation. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does San Andrés Scuba Diving cost?
Prices start at US$ 60. There are 8 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 6 of the 8 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
San Andres: Beginner Private Diving & Photos with Pickup is the travelers' favorite, rated 5.0 out of 5 across 209 reviews.
