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
$ 350.000 – $ 400.000Price 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.
- For:
- Certified divers
- Duration:
- ½ day (2 dives)
- Level:
- Open Water Certified
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
explore the
caribbean
$ 180.000 – $ 1.410.000Price range: $ 180.000 through $ 1.410.000
FUN DIVE
Explore Tayrona’s vibrant reefs on two guided boat fun dives from Taganga. Small groups, PADI professionals, marine life, and unforgettable Caribbean dive memories.
- For:
- Certified divers
- Duration:
- ½ day trips
- Level:
- Open Water Certified
$ 1.850.000 – $ 2.120.000Price range: $ 1.850.000 through $ 2.120.000
Rescue Diver & Emergency First Response Combo
Complete EFR and Rescue Diver in Taganga and Tayrona’s reefs to become a confident, prepared diver with life-saving, emergency, and rescue skills for real situations.
- For:
- Certified divers
- Duration:
- 2-3 days
- Level:
- Advanced Open Water
$ 180.000 – $ 210.000Price range: $ 180.000 through $ 210.000
Night Dive
Discover Tayrona’s reefs after dark as octopus, lobsters, and nocturnal creatures emerge. A magical guided adventure for certified divers seeking unique dives.
- For:
- Certified divers
- Duration:
- 3 hours
- Level:
- Open Water Certified
$ 130.000 – $ 175.000Price range: $ 130.000 through $ 175.000
Clean-up Dive
Dive with purpose in Taganga while removing marine debris and protecting the Caribbean Sea. Explore local reefs and support real ocean conservation efforts.
- For:
- Certified divers
- Duration:
- half day
- Level:
- Open Water Certified
$ 350.000 – $ 400.000Price 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.
- For:
- Certified divers
- Duration:
- ½ day (2 dives)
- Level:
- Open Water Certified
$ 170.000 – $ 235.000Price range: $ 170.000 through $ 235.000
Snorkeling Boat Trip
Snorkel Tayrona’s spectacular dive sites, guided or self-guided, above colorful reefs, tropical fish, and vibrant Caribbean marine life.
- For:
- Everyone
- Duration:
- half day trip
- Level:
- No experience required
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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
- Bottom: Rocky reef
- Depth: 3 to 25m
Punta aguja
More dramatic topography, good for drift-style dives and advanced divers
- Bottom: Sloping reef wall
- Depth: 8 to 40m+
Morito largo
Bigger structure, more adventurous profile, good for experienced divers
- Bottom: Long rocky reef
- Depth: 8 to 40m+

El Coro
Colorful, calm reef dive; good for photography and relaxed fun dives
- Bottom: Coral garden
- Depth: 6 to 25m
El Torín
Weather dependent site with good visibility; beautiful coral development
- Bottom: Developed corals
- Depth: 4 to 25m
Calichan
One of the most versatile sites; good for beginners and experienced divers
- Bottom: Rocks with corals
- Depth: 4 to 40m
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Explore Tayrona underwater
Marine life
in Taganga & Tayrona
Sea Turtle
Different kinds of this beautiful marine reptile can be found here.
- Rarity: Very Rare
- Where: Shallow water
Octopus
Hard to spot during the day, as they are hidden in their dens.
- Rarity: Occasional Encounter
- Where: Hidden in corals (day), outside (night)
Moray eel
Often seen hidden in crevices. There are different kinds of morays around Taganga.
- Rarity: Common
- Where: Hidden in corals (day), outside (night)
Angelfish
Beautiful, colorful reef fish. Different variations can be spotted, some rarer than others.
- Rarity: Common
- Where: Coral reefs
Trumpetfish
Doesn’t sound like a trumpet, but looks cool.
- Rarity: Common
- Where: Around soft corals
Sea horse
Well hidden and hard to spot, but worth it when you do!
- Rarity: Occassional sighting
- Where: Hidden in corals
Lionfish
Invasive fish, often hunted for conservation purposes.
- Rarity: Common (invasive)
- Where: In or around coral reefs
Frogfish
Grumpy-looking bottom dweller that moves by walking and jumping.
- Rarity: Occasional sighting
- Where: Sand near reefs
Pufferfish
Inflates when it feels threatened. Very poisonous.
- Rarity: Common
- Where: In or around corals
Squid
Shoots ink to distract predators.
- Rarity: Occasional sighting
- Where: In or around coral reefs
...And many more!
You can find many more wonderful reef creatures if you choose to dive in Taganga. Join us to explore the beautiful Caribbean underwater world!





