Great service and communication setting up dives, then 2 great dives out by Porteau cove. Special thanks to my guide Darrin
Scuba Dive Boat Charter in Vancouver (Certified Divers Only!)





At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $121 / person
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 63 reviews
- Languages
- AR, EN, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Sea Dragon Charters
- Meeting point
- Please arrive 60 minutes before your charter is scheduled to depart and check in at the Expedition Centre to pick up needed equipment, then head to unload your gear at the boat dock in Sewell’s Marina.
Description
Are you a CERTIFIED SCUBA DIVER and interested in scuba diving in Vancouver? Then you've come to the right place! Wall diving, pinnacles, canyons, seals, drifts, sponge bioherms, artificial reefs, and stunning ocean and mountain scenery - explore it all on this 5-Hour boat diving adventure! Head to Horseshoe Bay and take our 40ft fully diver-customized boat "Topline" (the best dive boat in the Pacific Northwest) out to explore the emerald waters of Howe Sound. Here you can commonly see Pacific octopus, wolf eels, nudibranchs, and beautifully bizarre fish such as the decorated warbonnet and the grunt sculpin. Please note: There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. There is a 'ride along only' option for those who wish to hop onboard and not dive. Please contact directly for more info.
Tour Options
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note: There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. "Ride Along Only" option cannot operate without enough divers.
- EVIDENCE OF SCUBA CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED FROM ALL GUESTS WISHING TO PARTICIPATE IN DIVING
- Flying and traveling to high elevations within 24 hours AFTER diving is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (i.e. asthma, heart conditions, etc.) may prevent you from diving. Please consult your doctor and follow certifying agency regulations
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Scuba Dive Boat Charter in Vancouver (Certified Divers Only!) lasts about 5 hours.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $121 per person for this Vancouver experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please arrive 60 minutes before your charter is scheduled to depart and check in at the Expedition Centre to pick up needed equipment, then head to unload your gear at the boat dock in Sewell’s Marina. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in AR, EN, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 63 verified reviews; it is run by Sea Dragon Charters.
Reviews(63)
Had a very good time. Nice staff and good equipment. Boat is spacious and they habe complimentary drink and food (hot soup!!) after diving
What an experience! Our first time diving in B.C., and will not be the last. Sea Dragon Charters was exceptional, from the dive shop staff ensuring were geared up properly, to the Topline crew (Skylar, Darrin, Tessa) who were experienced and friendly. A great day on the water in Howe Sound. We can't wait to come back for another trip!
Sea Dragon and our guide Darrin were absolutely amazing! Can't recommend either enough! Sea dragon called ahead of time after reviewing our dive experience and made recommendations that greatly enhanced our enjoyment of the dive. Darrin was knowledgeable not only of diving, but also of the local area. He showed us how to track and find giant pacific octopus, checking off a lifetime goal for me and my partner while also making us feel pretty cool. Travelers would be hard pressed to find a better experience in the area!
Kevin and Brian are fantastic, super friendly place, especially if you’re not used to Coldwater diving they went above and beyond to make sure it was comfortable. The diet is fantastic, lots of giant enemies, starfish, octopus, and Kevin and Brian are fantastic, super friendly place, especially if you’re not used to Coldwater diving they went above and beyond to make sure it was comfortable. The diet is fantastic, lots of giant enemies, starfish, octopus, and about 1 million cucumbers, tons of cucumbers, shrimp, and crabs, the five hour trip had two good dives – – very different ones too. We did one rock bed with a great view of octopus and giant an, the five hour trip had two good dives – – very different ones too. We did one rock bed with a great view of octopus and giant anemones. and the second dive was a wall dive that looked like the mountains were just sinking into the bay, Light current and tons of rockfish and stars and other little critters on the underwater wall. I can’t say enough, how nice the boat was, the staff friendly, and generally expert knowledge of the area that really made visiting great. Strong recommend.
Amazing experience and an awesome crew of people. The team at sea dragon charters is the best of the best!
Amazing company! Amazing location! Amazing experience! Highly recommend Sea Dragon Charters. Will be back!! Thank you so much.
Everyone at the shop and on the boat were very friendly and knowledgeable. During the boat trip and dives I felt safe, relaxed, and I saw some wonderful wildlife!!!
Great service and crew! They look after you and have great soup. High safety standards and take good care of you. Captain is extremely knowledgeable about the area and can place you exactly on the perfect spots!
Loved getting to dive to the Annapolis. Jade, our divemaster, was really easygoing, and also appropriately cautious. Would be happy to dive with her again. Kevin seemed to be running things on the boat and he was terrific helping to get me up to speed after a long absence from diving (My last dive was pre-Covid). Definitely recommend this place (especially for experienced divers) and I hope to go back soon.
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