St Lucia: Certified Scuba Diving Tour & 2 Dive Sites with Lunch

Scuba dive St Lucia reefs & shipwrecks with lunch and pickup

You’ll slip into St Lucia’s clear waters for two guided dives (maybe over a shipwreck near Anse Cochon or reefs by Soufriere) with all equipment ready and lunch served on board. Expect small groups, easy conversation with your local guide, hotel pickup included, and those moments underwater you’ll keep replaying long after you’re home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Scuba diving tour with two dives

• Pickup from hotel or cruise port
• Arrive at Marigot Bay dive shop
• Receive equipment and sign waiver
• Board boat to west coast dive site
• Dive 45-60 minutes at first site
• Enjoy light lunch and drink on board
• Dive 45-60 minutes at second site
• Return to Marigot Bay and disembark
• Drop off at hotel or cruise ship

The experience

I still smell the salt from that morning: we’d barely stepped off the minibus at Marigot Bay when our guide, Marcus, greeted us with this big easy grin. He handed out forms and joked about “Caribbean time” while we sorted our gear. The sun was already climbing, making the water look almost fake-blue. I felt both nervous and weirdly calm as we boarded the boat, tanks clanking softly against the deck. There were only six of us plus Marcus and the captain, so it didn’t feel crowded at all.

The ride along St Lucia’s west coast was longer than I expected (maybe 40 minutes?), but honestly I didn’t mind: warm wind in my face, passing fishing boats waving at us. Marcus pointed out Anse Cochon as we slowed down. “We’ll check the wreck first,” he said, and I swear my heart did a little jump. Dropping below was like slipping into another world. Everything muffled except my own breath and the distant scrape of parrotfish on coral. At one point a turtle glided past and I almost lost track of my buddy because I just wanted to follow it forever.

Back on board after that first dive, someone passed around juice boxes (tasted sweeter than usual) and sandwiches. Nothing fancy but somehow perfect after being underwater. We swapped stories while drying off in patches of sun. The second site was closer to Soufriere: more reef this time, clouds of tiny fish darting around us like confetti every time Marcus tapped his tank to get our attention. He found a spiny lobster tucked under a ledge. I tried to signal “wow” but probably just looked ridiculous with my gloves on.

I’m not sure if it was the light or just relief at surfacing again, but everything felt sharper on that ride back: palm trees sliding past on shore, salt in my hair, even the quiet between people talking. It’s funny how you come up for air and suddenly realize you’ve been holding your breath for more than just the dive.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel or cruise port pickup from northern to western St Lucia locations, all marine reserve fees, tanks and weights (plus full equipment if needed), two guided dives with a local dive master, a light lunch and drinks served onboard between dives, plus return transport back to your accommodation or ship at the end of the trip.

Options for this experience

10 options

1-Day Certification Dive without EquipmentGuide in English · 10:00Includes two tank dives per day, with tanks and weights. You bring your own scuba gear. Marine fee included.

1-Day Certification Diving with EquipmentGuide in English · 10:00Includes two tank dives per day, with all scuba gear, tanks and weights. Marine fee included.

2-Day Certification Dive without EquipmentGuide in English · 10:00Includes two tank dives per day, with tanks and weights. You bring your own scuba gear. Marine fee included.

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2-Day Certification Diving with EquipmentGuide in English · 10:00Includes two tank dives per day, with all scuba gear, tanks and weights. Marine fee included.

3-Day Certification Dive without EquipmentGuide in English · 10:00Includes two tank dives per day, with tanks and weights. You bring your own scuba gear. Marine fee included.

3-Day Certification Diving with EquipmentGuide in English · 10:00Includes two tank dives per day, with all scuba gear, tanks and weights. Marine fee included.

4-Day Certification Dive without EquipmentGuide in English · 10:00Includes two tank dives per day, with tanks and weights. You bring your own scuba gear. Marine fee included.

5-Day Certification Dive without EquipmentGuide in English · 10:00Includes two tank dives per day, with tanks and weights. You bring your own scuba gear. Marine fee included.

4-Day Certification Diving with EquipmentGuide in English · 10:00Includes two tank dives per day, with all scuba gear, tanks and weights. Marine fee included.

5-Day Certification Diving with EquipmentGuide in English · 10:00Includes two tank dives per day, with all scuba gear, tanks and weights. Marine fee included.

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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 20 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 problems

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Top questions

How long is the St Lucia certified scuba diving tour?

The tour lasts about 5 hours including transfers and two dives.

Are hotel pickups included for this scuba diving tour?

Yes, hotel or cruise port pickup is included from northern to western St Lucia locations.

What dive sites are visited during the tour?

The captain chooses sites based on conditions. Options include Anse Cochon (shipwreck), Soufriere, or Anse Chastanet.

Is lunch provided during the scuba diving day trip?

Yes, a light lunch and drinks are served on board between dives.

How many divers per group are there?

Groups are limited to eight divers per guide for safety and comfort.

Can I bring my own scuba equipment?

Yes, you can bring your own gear or select an option with equipment included.

What certification is required for this tour?

You must show proof of scuba certification to join this certified dive tour.

Is transportation wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options are wheelchair accessible for this tour.