J
Just do it.
Our first dive was perfect. Crew were very professional and patient. In just a few minutes we were in the water and never felt unsafe. Beautiful coral and wildlife.
St Lucia Beginner Scuba Diving Tour
At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $132 / person
- Location
- St Lucia
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 57 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Dive Fair Helen
- Meeting point
- Upon arrival on the dock, please take ferry named "Liquid Sunshine" to go across to the Doolittle's Restaurant at the Marigot Beach Club and Dive Resort. We are located next to the restaurant.
Description
St Lucia is rated as one of the unexploited, underwater secrets in the Caribbean. With its pristine and highly diverse coral reefs full of abundant life, this island offers visitors the ideal underwater adventure. Enjoy one dive and a buffet lunch on board the spacious boat. All options include scuba gear, tanks, weights and a training instructor.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 19
- Adult (ages 12–75)
- $132
In demand: 6 of the next 26 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off from Only Northern to Western island locations
Water and juices
Lunch
1 tank dive
Tanks and weights
Marine fees
Instructor for training before dive
Not included
Does NOT include pickup from Southern locations - Soufriere, Vieux Fort, Micoud and Dennery
Pickup Locations & Times
This tour does not pickup in Southern locations.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
57 reviews
How it compares in St Lucia
- No. 24 by number of reviews among 108 tours in St Lucia
- Starting price $132 is 12% below the typical $150 for tours of similar length in St Lucia
Excurgo comparison of 108 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Diving within 24 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some preexisting medical conditions (eg. asthma, heart conditions, etc.) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
- Do not book if you have any serious medical issues
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Complimentary pickup and return is for Only northern to western island locations. If you're staying/arriving in southern or far distance locations, you need to make you own way to the dive shop in Marigot Bay.
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- All passenger heights and weights MUST be advised at time of booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Minimum age is 10 years
- Customer should include their hotel name and indicate whether they need our free pick-up from the north of island. Pick-up time varies for all locations.
- Not recommended for travelers with asthma, high blood pressure or take medications.
- A medical doctor's approval is needed if you wish to dive with a medical issue.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does St Lucia Beginner Scuba Diving Tour take?
St Lucia Beginner Scuba Diving Tour lasts about 5 hours.
How much does St Lucia Beginner Scuba Diving Tour cost?
Prices start at $132 per person for this St Lucia 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 St Lucia Beginner Scuba Diving Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 10:00 AM.
Does St Lucia Beginner Scuba Diving Tour sell out?
It can: 6 of the next 26 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel St Lucia Beginner Scuba Diving Tour 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. This tour does not pickup in Southern locations. Pickup points include Sandals Halcyon Beach.
What languages is St Lucia Beginner Scuba Diving Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(57)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
J
They need to post restrictions on the website so that people are aware before paying for the full service.
We weren’t told ahead of time that if you’re on blood pressure meds you need a doctors note to dive. We could only snorkel.
J
Found peace underwater.
What an amazing experience! This was my first time diving and the crew made me feel very comfortable. The dive spots were beautiful and I can’t wait to get certified now!
B
Beautiful, safe and fun scuba!
Awesome experience! I had been diving before, but my husband was trying it for the first time. Andre, Alvn, and crew were kind, fun, safe, and this was incredible! Beautiful fish and reefs- we loved it! We went with some certified divers on the experience as well, and Alvin took us for an extra dive at low cost! Highly recommend!
M
Top notch operation
Fair Helen took us out for a scuba beginners course. We’ve done 2 of these with on other trips to the islands but these guys were the best. Marcus and the Captain were very thorough, patient, informative and most especially attentive. We started out in a pool at JJ’s then took the boat out to Anse Cochon where we dove on a beautiful shoreline reef at around 30 feet or so for approximately 40-45 minutes. Lunch provided and was delicious.
E
Good scuba training,...
Good scuba training, lovely snorkelling and tasty lunch. The staff really know what they are doing so felt safe
L
Such an incredible experience! Scuba diving, snorkelling, lunch and more.
An excellent experience, great value for money and a really well organised trip! We were picked up from our hotel promptly and travelled to the Scuba Diving location, it was quite a long drive but the car was air conned and the man (can’t remember his name but he took us diving) was very friendly and told us lots of things about the island. This was our second time scuba diving and we felt very safe the whole time and appreciated the practice in the pool beforehand, all the equipment was of good quality and it was just myself and my husband doing the diving together which made it nicer too. We got on a boat and travelled to the first location to dive, it was great as we could sit on the front and see the beautiful Marigot Bay. The first dive was great and I had issues with my mask but all was resolved quickly and we got on with the dive which was an hour, such good value for money! Saw so many fish. Then we had lunch which was delicious and nice to taste local flavours, there were also unlimited soft drinks too. Then onto the snorkelling experience after lunch where Lucky was our guide and he is part fish, he was swimming around showing us so many amazing creatures and sealife, he even swam to the ocean floor to pick up dead Sea urchin remains for us to take home. We saw pufferfish, red snappers, starfishes and so much more! Safe to say we were exhausted come the end but had so many amazing memories from the day. Well worth it! We were out for around 6 hours!
B
Fantastic
The tour was fantastic, we were really taken care of, the water and diving was stunning, and the staff were really friendly.
A
Once in a lifetime experience
The beach is beautiful. The staff is nice. The dive was incredible. I recommend to everyone. I would come back
A
A Must Do
This was amazing! The dive master and his crew are all so friendly, informative, and incredible people. We had the chance to dive and snorkel, tons of added bonuses. The homemade lunch was so tasty. Our dive master taught us all kinds of stuff, and the whole team pointed out all kinds of neat stuff in the ocean. I don’t know how there is a single negative review, from pick up to drop off - this is one of our favorite excursions ever.
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