This was supposed to be an item to cross off my bucket list. I expected to start out in a pool learning the basics and then move on to the ocean. That did not happen. Through no fault of anyone, the water was pretty choppy the day we went Definitely not ideal for newbies. Because we only had about 15 minutes (tops) of actual training/practice I kept getting water in my mask and mouth and got freaked out. I ended up getting back on the boat after only about 5 minutes of zero scuba diving in the water. It felt rushed and like the instructor has her focus on another person in our group that was there for certification purposes rather than as a once in a lifetime excursion. I feel like we paid quite a bit of money to be put on the back burner for someone more interesting to the instructor. Quite disappointed!!
First Time Scuba Diving Experience in Punta Cana





At a glance
- Duration
- 3h 30min
- Price from
- $199 / person
- Location
- Dominican Republic
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 164 reviews
- Languages
- EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- SeaPro Divers
- Meeting point
- Located in Playa Blanca, between Club Med and Westin hotels.If you are coming with your own vehicle, please let us know in advance.
Description
Experience the incredible coral reefs beneath the waves with this Scuba Diving program. The Discover Scuba is a first time dive experience that will show you the basics of scuba diving while introducing you to this fun and exciting sport.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 12–70)
- $199
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer pick up from most resorts in Punta Cana.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
How it compares in Dominican Republic
- No. 31 by number of reviews among 400 tours in Dominican Republic
Excurgo comparison of 400 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum Age Requirement is 10 years of Age.
- Minimum time between diving and flying is 18 hours.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does First Time Scuba Diving Experience in Punta Cana take?
First Time Scuba Diving Experience in Punta Cana lasts about 3h 30min.
How much does First Time Scuba Diving Experience in Punta Cana cost?
Prices start at $199 per person for this Dominican Republic experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does First Time Scuba Diving Experience in Punta Cana run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 9:00 AM.
Can I cancel First Time Scuba Diving Experience in Punta Cana for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We offer pick up from most resorts in Punta Cana.
What languages is First Time Scuba Diving Experience in Punta Cana offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is First Time Scuba Diving Experience in Punta Cana worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 164 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by SeaPro Divers.
Reviews(164)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
I had a great time scuba diving with Jennifer. She is very knowledgeable and makes the process easy for you. I was able to see hundreds of beautiful fish. She also take many great photos and videos at a cheap price. Would recommend this to everyone.
Excellent guy at sales hut has become a friend. Also the scuba instructor was very knowledgable and a great teacher and guide!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🤿💙 We’re delighted to hear that you and your dad had such an awesome first scuba diving experience together. Those are memories that last a lifetime! It’s also fantastic to know that our sales representative made such a positive impression and that your instructor helped you feel confident and safe while introducing you to the underwater world. Thank you for choosing SeaPro, and we hope to welcome both of you back for many more diving adventures in Punta Cana! 🌊🐠
Very good operation if you are interested in diving around Punta Cana, or organizing diving trips to Catalina and Saona Islands. I did organize it all in my resort which was Grand Bavaro Princess resort. The lady from Seapro was very nice and extremely professional. Dominican Republic is not the best diving destination but if you do dive you must do trips to these two islands. Saona Island diving was much better with good fish life and healthy coral.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! 🤿🌊 We’re glad you enjoyed your dives around Catalina and Saona Island. We agree that Saona offers some of the best diving in the area, with healthy coral formations and abundant marine life. 🐠🐢 Thank you for choosing SeaPro and for sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back to the Dominican Republic for many more underwater adventures! 💙
François and his partner Benz, are very trustworthy. Prices are reasonable and correct. They went for the extra mile for service. Benz even helped us with renting a car with was not his job discription thanks again Benz and François to help make our vacation unforgettable. The divers, and people from the horse stables where all serious people and know there job. We gave them all a tip as they deserved it . I recommend people to go and do activity's with seapro divers.
This trip, not just the scuba trip, presented logistical challenges when staying at the resort. The resorts try to make booking excursions independently, a challenge. Fortunately, we had our own car. Having missed the pick up time, the scuba operator was gracious enough to wait for us despite arriving to the dive site 15 minutes late. Very appreciative of them. The dive itself, is not for someone who's dive certified. This is for those who have never dived before. It was perfect for my family who have been interested in scuba. They were given the basics on land. Then, we went out a short distance and did some follow up practice in chest deep water. The culmination of the excursion was going down about 6 feet deep (2 meters) and following a rope on a path next to and through a reef down to a max depth of about 20 feet (6 meters). Again, it was the perfect trail for though curious about or interested in scuba. You have the safety of being able to hold on to the rope. You're also not at a depth to which you could harm yourself if you panic and make the mistake of shooting to the surface. PV=nRT (if you know, you know). Highly recommend. Jennifer was great.
Tried scuba diving for the first time in Punta Cana and it was absolutely amazing! 🌊🐠 The instructor made everything easy and safe, and seeing the underwater world up close was unforgettable. Definitely one of the best experiences of my trip
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🤿🌊🐠 We’re thrilled to hear your first scuba diving experience in Punta Cana was so amazing and unforgettable. Discovering the underwater world for the first time is truly something special! It’s great to know your instructor made you feel safe and comfortable throughout the experience. We hope this is just the beginning of many more diving adventures for you! 😊
Wonderful experience! 10/10 recommend
Thank you so much for your kind review! 🤿🌊 We’re thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful first scuba diving experience in Punta Cana. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope this is just the beginning of many more diving adventures! 🐠😊
Was a wonderful experience. We love the instructor! Professional, kind and very informative. Took her time ensuring everyone was comfortable and really stayed with the pace of each diver.
Jennifer and staff were totally attentive, patient, and professional! If we were staying longer we would have bokked it again!! Where they take you there are plenty of fish and ocean life to see!! Honestly don't give high praises like this lightly...it is well worth the price!! Family friendly and we never felt uncomfortable in such great hands!! Hey even went out of the area to pick us up at Breatgless resort to make us at home!! Sisters trip again very soon!!
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