Dive trips for certified divers & beginners

Dive deeper.
Live the ocean.

Explore the incredible underwater world of Tayrona National Park with experienced local dive professionals, premium safety standards and unforgettable marine life encounters.

What is a "Certified Diver"?

A certified diver is an individual who has completed formal training from a recognized organization (PADI, NAUI, SSI, SDI, CMAS, etc.), proving they possess the essential skills and knowledge to scuba dive safely and independently.

Depth limits are 18m for Open Water and 30m for Advanced level. Proof of certification is either a physical or digital certification card.

If you aren’t certified but still want to explore the underwater world, you can either go snorkeling, or get a taste of scuba diving with a Discovery Dive program.

PADI 5 ★ IDC

Career development

Six Languages

EN, ES, DE, FR, NL & IT

Own boat

Daily diving

Conservation

Preservation & protection

Small groups

Max. 4 divers

Dive & Stay

All in one place

Price range: $ 350.000 through $ 400.000

Scuba Refresh Program

Refresh your dive skills with a professional review, shallow-water practice, and two guided dives so you can return underwater safely and confidently.

HAven't dived in a while?

REfresh your skills

As with every skill, the diving skills you learn fade with time. If you haven’t been underwater for a while and feel unsure about your skills, a refresher course can help you find your confidence again, so you can enjoy diving without any worries! PADI recommends a Refresher course from six to twelve months of inactivity. Read more here.

Featured Experiences

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Yes. Certified divers can join guided fun dives around Taganga and Tayrona, depending on certification level, recent experience, weather, and ocean conditions. You need a recognized scuba certification, such as PADI, SSI, CMAS, NAUI, SDI, or equivalent.
Please bring your certification card or digital proof of certification. We may also ask when your last dive was so we can choose the best dive plan for you. Your certification level and recent dive experience help us decide which dive sites are suitable for you.

If you have not dived for more than one year, we strongly recommend doing a refresher before joining normal fun dives. A refresher helps you review equipment setup, safety procedures, buoyancy, and basic diving skills. It is also a good idea if you feel nervous, unsure, or simply want to feel more confident underwater.

We organize dive groups according to certification level, recent experience, comfort, conditions, and the daily schedule. Whenever possible, we separate beginner-level certified divers from more experienced or advanced divers so everyone can enjoy a dive that matches their level. Final group organization depends on the number of divers, guides, weather, and dive site conditions.

Most morning fun dive trips include two boat dives with a surface interval between dives. The exact dive sites are chosen according to weather, sea conditions, certification level, and group experience.

Yes. Night dives are available depending on weather, sea conditions, instructor availability, and minimum participants. Night dives are a special experience and are available for certified divers with suitable experience. At night, divers may see different marine life and reef behavior, including crabs, octopus, sleeping fish, shrimp, and other nocturnal creatures.

Nitrox may be available for certified Nitrox divers depending on the schedule, tank availability, and dive plan.
Please contact us before your dive day if you would like to use Nitrox, so we can confirm availability and any additional cost.

Dive computer availability depends on the activity, certification level, and equipment package.
If you want or need a dive computer, please ask us before booking so we can confirm availability and let you know whether it is included or rented separately.

Yes. If you travel with your own dive equipment, you can rinse and dry it at the dive center after your dives.
Please ask our team where to place your equipment safely. Storage options may depend on space, schedule, and length of stay.

Not sure which
course is right for you?

Chat with our team and we’ll help you choose the best option for your goals and experience

Emergency oxygen

Oxygen always on board and on site in case of emergency

Decompression chambers nearby

Hyperbaric chambers in Santa Marta are reachable in around 20 minutes

Full safety equipment

Life jackets, first aid kits and complete safety gear

Marine communication

Reliable communication system to contact coast guard & emergency services

Emergency trained team

Our team is trained in first response and rescue procedures

Your Safety is our Priority

About our
Safety standards at sea

Besides maintaining a high quality standard for all the equipment used for diving, our diving boat is fully equipped with professional emergency and safety equipment, allowing our team to operate efficiently and safely in all conditions. 

Where you'll dive

Dive sites in
Taganga & Tayrona

Your course combines theory, confined water practice and open water training dives in the beautiful Caribbean waters around Taganga and Tayrona. Expect tropical reefs, coral formations, schooling fish and relaxed boat trips with our Ocean Lovers team, and beautiful dive sites for all levels.

Salidero

Good variety, nice reef fish activity, sometimes stronger current

Punta aguja

More dramatic topography, good for drift-style dives and advanced divers

Morito largo

Bigger structure, more adventurous profile, good for experienced divers

El Coro

Colorful, calm reef dive; good for photography and relaxed fun dives

El Torín

Weather dependent site with good visibility; beautiful coral development

Calichan

One of the most versatile sites; good for beginners and experienced divers

coming soon

Explore Tayrona underwater

Marine life
in Taganga & Tayrona