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3 hours 30 minutes
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- FULL SERVICE first time dive experience, second to none!
- Highly experienced, qualified, and safety driven Instructors in water with you at all times
- Top notch customer service from Aqua marine dive crew
- New, comfortable,quality Scuba Pro and Cressi dive gear
- Relax while the highly trained crew explains the gear, safety topics, hand signals
- You decide whether to dive or snorkel at the second spot AFTER your first dive is complete.
-US Coast Guard inspected boats with USCG licensed Captains
- Explore two of our many possible sites on the southeast side of our island.
- Small groups - max 4 discover divers per instructor
-If you have specific questions or requests please call diveaquamarine or email us.
- Please be sure to review the medical questionnaire to make sure you don't need to show a doctors note in order to participate.
- Our boat is stocked with water, soda, snacks and Rum punch after the diving/snorkeling.
-Divers and snorkelers can join the same boat
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
All guests must be able to swim
Minimum age 10 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Divers are advised to allow a minimum of 18 hours after diving before flying.
Non-certified divers (students & Discover Scuba Diving participants) will be required to complete a standard Diver Medical Questionnaire and are also advised to review ahead of time for any health conditions that may require a doctor's written pre-approval. If you are flagged to require a doctor approval when you do your DSD prep or waivers, you must have the form signed by a doctor and to us before your dive. Those who do not provide a doctor approval will be able to snorkel only.
IMPORTANT: Please note that as per the health questionnaire that will be part of your waiver,you will need a signed form from your doctor if any of the below are true. This does not necessarily mean you cannot dive. You will just need to get approval from your doctor to show us. Those whose answers are flagged for doctor approval but do not provide the approval ahead of time will be able to snorkel, but not dive.
-------If you have had surgery within the last 12 months, OR have ongoing problems related to past surgery, you will need to provide doctor approval.
-------if you select the answer that you are taking prescription medications (with the exception of birth control or anti-malarial drugs other than mefloquine (Lariam) you will need to provide doctor approval.
-------if you are over 45 AND are a smoker or have high blood pressure or high cholesterol, you will need to provide doctor approval.
-------if you have diabetes or had gestational diabetes within last 12 months, you will need to provide doctor approval.
-------if you have ear disease or recurring sinusitis, you will need to provide doctor approval.
-------if you have asthma, severe allergies, trouble breathing, or angina or other heart issues, you will need to provide doctor approval.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Check-in at Aqua Marine Dive CENTER (at Saga Haven Marina) 30 MIN before the start of your excursion for gear fitting and completion of needed paperwork. Before leaving the dock, the Captain gives a safety briefing after which you can relax while you're instructor shows you skills and explains diver safety and basics for the 15 to 30 minute ride to the first dive site. Once there, you will get in the water with one of our highly qualified instructors to practice some learned skills and get comfortable breathing through the regulator. Then it's dive time with your instructor by your side! You'll see tropical fish, coral reef, and probably even turtles and rays. After dive #1, enjoy snacks and ask your instructor any questions on your way to site #2 where you can snorkel or, upon agreement between you and your instructor, upgrade your scuba experience, to do a second dive.
Bottled water
Driver/guide
Snacks
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Island standard for adequate service is 20% but we'll work hard to be well above adequate!
Transportation to/from attractions
240 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
robertsjessicak,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a wonderful time. Family of 4. Two of us snorkeled and 2 did diving. Our guides Ben, Lewis and Dylan were so great. Captain Dave was the best. We saw squid, fish, lobster and turtles. It was a small group which made it an incredible day. Highly recommend this tour.



msdbrennan,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Had a fantastic day, Abby was an amazing instructor!
Y5758SGmollyb,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent experience, Abby was amazing!
carrolrm,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Capt David, Dylan and Lewis were a great crew. Great diving. Safe and educational. Drinks, snacks and rum punch ( on the ride home) were appreciated.
zakt967,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Had an incredible day learning to dive. Dylan was an awesome teacher and made my first dive an easy. This is a MUST do while you're on the island. We went to 2 sights and saw tons of fish, rays, octopus... Definitely recommend.
Alexa D,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
I could not recommend this experience enough for anyone who has been interested in seeing ocean life from a new point of view. Zach, Dylan, Kelly, and Captain Steph were absolutely incredible and they made us feel safe, taken care for, and were absolutely hysterical to share the journey with. It was our first time scuba diving and we felt so safe and informed, and it was unreal seeing all the ocean life from the sea floor. It felt like we were in an aquarium!!! We got so close to a sea turtle, saw some huge spiny lobsters, a couple of eel, a huge pufferfish, spiny crab, and an insane variety of fish and coral the entire way. We will never forget this experience and will be coming back for more when we come back to St. Thomas!!!




krystalbT827LT,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Abby, Stephanie and Zach were amazing. As a beginner, I felt comfortable and relaxed throughout the experience. Thanks for a memorable birthday!
brob021116,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Lewis, Tommy, and Mich at Aqua Marine Dive Center St. Thomas were fun, professional and knowledgeable. My daughter did her first open water discovery dive and Lewis was great with her. He was patient, encouraging and made it easy for her to understand. She had fun and more importantly wants to continue on and get certified. I would definitely recommend the team at Aqua Marine Dive Center St. Thomas if you’re looking for an experienced diving/snorkeling experience.




820trisha,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great crew, fun day, highly recommend! Explored two dives sites, saw beautiful fish and sea life. Very much enjoyed this excursion.
M7484WQderekb,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
This was our first time scuba diving. We did the discover diving with David. This staff is amazing 10/10. They offer snacks, drinks and play music while having the option to enjoy the beautiful views up on bow of the boat to be in the sun. Very helpful and patient with everyone. Highly recommend!!
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