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Our SSI Discover Scuba Diving mini course is ideal for those curious about scuba diving with no prior experience. This introductory course offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the underwater world with professional guidance. During the tour, you will enjoy two exciting dives at the beautiful Catalina Islands, renowned for their vibrant and diverse marine life. Accompanied by an experienced instructor, you'll safely immerse yourself in the stunning waters of Costa Rica and witness a variety of amazing sea creatures. It's the perfect way to get a taste of scuba diving and experience the breathtaking ocean environment, all while ensuring a safe and enjoyable adventure.
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Bottled water
Use of SCUBA equipment
Snacks
Lunch
Private transportation
Alcoholic Beverages
Experience one of the best diving spots in Costa Rica .This is where your journey begins, as you explore the vibrant underwater world of Catalina islands. Our SSI Discover scuba diving mini course is perfect for those who want to try scuba diving or are not quite ready for full certification. Join us and discover the magic of breathing underwater, guided by our professional and experienced instructors. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable adventure!
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
austinbS3613RJ,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Very good time and a great learning experience for a beginner. Very helpful staff. They provided snacks and drinks as well.
fabricerN3795IY,
Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Wow, what a great company! I really enjoyed the entire experience. From the very first contact over WhatsApp—where the BeWater team was quick to respond and very helpful—to the actual diving itself, everything was perfect. I booked three discovery dives for my wife and two daughters, as well as a dive trip for myself. Luca, my dive instructor, was extremely kind and made sure I had all the information I needed during our boat trip. The kids also received clear instructions, and I must admit—I was even more excited about their dive than my own. And I was not disappointed! Neither by my dive, nor by the enthusiasm the kids showed after their very first dive. I was able to join my wife and kids for their second dive, and switching groups was no problem at all. As I said, really wonderful people. Result: my kids now want to go for their certification! Great job, BeWater team! Thank you so much for this unforgettable morning, where we saw sharks, stingrays, turtles, whales on the horizon, and even dolphins jumping out of the water.
lemurmama,
Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our family went out with Lucas, Lolo, and Katie for Discover Scuba and for snorkeling around the Catalina Islands, and we had a good time. Lucas was a great guide for the snorkelers, kept an eye on our safety, and was able to dive impressively deep in just his snorkel gear to get some amazing pictures for us! Lolo did a great job providing refresher education to the scuba divers and was very attentive throughout both dives. The only downside of the trip was that the ocean was pretty choppy on our day out, so probably 60-70% of all passengers on our boat became seasick at some point. Obviously, there is no way to control for ocean conditions, so we won't hold it against Be Water Diving :) However, for those who are prone to motion sickness, keep in mind that this is a somewhat smaller boat and the trip to the Catalina Islands takes about 30-45min each way. Despite this, I would still recommend--thank you Be Water Diving.
Z2013HHarthurs,
May 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The guides were fantastic, took us to beautiful spots and really allowed us to learn and be a part of the whole underwater environment. The dives around Catalina island were tremendous, beautiful locations and views.
mortenu2025,
Jan 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Nellie and Mary were The perfect instructors for my daughter and I. We had a Good and safe dive in Their Company. Small group had a Good effect in our underwater journey👍💪
502brinm,
Dec 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Wow! I was brand new to scuba- and I woke up late afraid I missed the trip- but they figured out a way to accommodate me and I was so grateful just for this! Mary was my guide and she was so kind, thoughtful, and patient, from checking in with me in the morning until dropping me off. Mary was very knowledgeable, calm, patient, professional, and competent- getting used to the gear and breathing with a regulator was harder than I thought, so I freaked out a bit trying to get the hang of it in the ocean and Mary was right there with patience and time until I finally felt comfortable going under water slowly. I felt safe because she was there and obviously competent. The first dive was a bit cloudy but we saw an Eagle Ray and a turtle swam right by me! The second dive was much easier after getting used to it and I saw some cool stuff in the coral and was able to focus a bit more on looking at things. Overall, scuba diving was much scarier than I thought, but the experience was great because of Mary (and Lucas was with the other divers) and I’m so happy I did it! Beautiful experience.

SSimoncp,
Nov 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
This diving company was the best decision we could have made, they are profesional, friendly and fun. Our instructor was Mary and she has the best energy, after 5 minutes you feel like you've been friends forever. The whole crew have a great vibe together and I recommend this company to anyone 100% 👌
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