Beginner Scuba Diving in St Lucia: One Tank Dive

Descend to 45 feet and watch the reef come alive

A beginner scuba dive in St Lucia with one tank dive in the marine reserve areas off the West Coast, lunch on board and hotel or cruise port pickup included. Dives happen at reefs near Anse Cochon or Soufriere Beach depending on conditions that day. The boat ride out takes 15 to 45 minutes. A live English-speaking instructor supervises all dives and provides training before you enter the water. Minimum age is 12. A health questionnaire is required before diving, and some medical conditions may prevent participation.

The experience

The dive starts with pickup from your hotel or cruise port (northern and western locations only) and transfer to the dive shop in Marigot Bay for check-in. After you complete the required waiver and receive your gear (tanks, weights and all scuba equipment), you board the boat and head out to the island's sheltered West Coast. Your captain picks the best site based on water and weather conditions that day, which could be anywhere from a 15 to 45 minute ride.

Once you arrive at the reef, you spend 45 to 60 minutes diving in crystal-clear water. These beginner dives go down to 45 feet, and a dive master or instructor stays with you throughout. All dives happen in marine reserve areas, which means the reefs are protected and the life you see is abundant. Snorkelers share the same boat but dive separately with their own guides, so you're not mixed with them underwater.

After you surface, the boat heads back and lunch is served on board: a full meal with water and juices included. Then you return to the dive shop and get transferred back to your hotel or port. The whole experience runs about five hours from pickup to drop-off.

What’s included

• Hotel or cruise port pickup and drop-off from northern and western locations.
• scuba gear, tanks and weights.
• one tank dive supervised by an instructor.
• lunch and drinks on board.
• marine reserve fees.
• training before the dive.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (12 to 75 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 14 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Dive Fair Helen

Is this one for you?Book this if you're a beginner or have never dived before: the instructor trains you before you go in, and the 45-foot depth keeps the dive manageable while still showing you plenty of reef. The fixed schedule means you can plan the rest of your day around the five-hour outing.

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Top questions

What depth do beginner divers reach in St Lucia?

Beginner dives in St Lucia go down to 45 feet maximum, which is a comfortable depth for first-time divers and lets you see plenty of reef life without going too deep.

Where exactly do the dives happen?

Dives take place at reefs near Anse Cochon or Soufriere Beach, both in marine reserve areas along the West Coast. Your captain chooses the site based on that day's water and weather conditions.

Is the instructor included, or do I need to pay extra?

A live English-speaking instructor is included and supervises your dive from start to finish, providing training before you enter the water and staying with you the whole time you're down.

Does pickup from my hotel cost extra?

Pickup and drop-off are included if you're staying in northern or western locations. If you're in the south (Soufriere, Vieux Fort, Micoud or Dennery), you'll need to make your own way to the dive shop in Marigot Bay.

What's the minimum age to dive?

The minimum age is 12 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and all participants need to complete a health questionnaire before diving.

Can I dive if I have a medical condition?

Some medical conditions (asthma, heart problems, high blood pressure and spinal injuries among them) may prevent you from diving. You'll fill out a health questionnaire, and if you have any serious medical issues, a doctor's approval is required before you can participate.