Guided Padi Discover Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Locally owned and operated, our guides grew up in Aruba´s Caribbean Sea and love showing you their backyard playground and underwater friends.
Each Sea Guide is truly an Aruban Ambassador who is happy to answer all your questions and give you local advice for your best Aruba experience and they even give free pictures of your activity! Your Discover Scuba Diving adventure is your gateway to the wonders beneath the waves. Join us at Aruba Bob and embark on an exploration that will ignite your passion for diving.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended when travelling the same date as activity
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We invite you to take our Discovery Scuba Diving DSD course for non-certified divers, which will allow you to enjoy and learn at the same time. Receive expert guidance from our certified dive instructors who ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Your journey begins with a comprehensive orientation, covering the essentials of diving, equipment use, and underwater techniques. Enjoy an introductory dive experience that spans approximately 2.30 hours, introducing you to the ocean’s marvels. Your guide will provide you with all the equipment and show you how to use it before we head out to the dive site so you can become a PRO from day one. You'll have an adventurous time exploring the underwater world! **important note** For This Discover Scuba Diving Activities, it's typically advised not to fly on the same day after participating due to the risk of decompression sickness. We recommend waiting at least 12 to 24 hours after diving before flying, depending on the depth and duration of the dive.
What‘s Included
Use of SCUBA equipment
All Fees and Taxes
Private transportation
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Padi Discover Scuba Diving
Reviews
39 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
10-Star Experience with Aruba Bob’s—Unforgettable for Our Entire Family
Kirsten Beth S,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If I could give 10 stars, I would. Aruba Bob’s didn’t just meet expectations—they completely redefined them. From the moment we booked, we knew we were in good hands. Carolina in the office was incredible—communicating with us via email and WhatsApp before we even arrived, and accommodating every question and detail (especially since international calling wasn’t an option for me). She made everything seamless and stress-free. PADI Training Our experience kicked off with my 11-year-old daughter completing her PADI Jr. Open Water certification with Coco—and WOW. Coco is the kind of instructor every mom hopes for: energetic, encouraging, clear, and genuinely caring. His enthusiasm is contagious, and he has a gift for making people feel confident, safe, and excited. My daughter adored him—and so did I. Family Snorkeling at Mangel Halto Next, our entire crew—ranging from age 10 to 81—went snorkeling at Mangel Halto with Lui and Quinten. Everyone had a blast, especially using the DPVs (underwater scooters), which made the experience extra fun and unique (they take all the work out of snorkeling and leave just the fun!). When my 10-year-old niece got cold, Lui immediately took her and my mom back to shore, making sure they were warm, comfortable, and still felt like VIPs. He then returned on a kayak to keep watch over us—though Quinten had everything well under control. Two-Tank Boat Dive We then did a two-tank boat dive with Coco and Vinny at the Antilla wreck and Arashi Reef—absolutely breathtaking. Coco continued working with my daughter to complete her certification, while Vinny guided the rest of us (my brother, myself, and two of his friends). Vinny was an excellent guide, and I felt completely at ease with him. We saw everything—schools of fish, sea turtles, and incredible reef life—and even managed to snag some real treasure from the wreck. It was the kind of diving you dream about. Night Dive If you’ve never done a night dive, DO IT—and do it with Aruba Bob’s. My brother and I went out with Coco at Mangel Halto, and it was one of the most amazing underwater experiences I’ve ever had. We saw an octopus, sleeping fish, crabs, lobsters, a moray eel, and more—it felt like entering a completely different world. Since it was my first night dive, Coco took extra time to make sure I was comfortable and confident before we got in the water, walking me through what to expect. After all that, we randomly ran into Coco later as he was coming in from a boat dive when we took the girls tubing, and he stopped and chatted with us, and even recommended an amazing local burger joint to us. Final Thoughts These experiences were unforgettable for our entire family. Every person we interacted with at Aruba Bob’s was professional, kind, fun, and genuinely invested in making our trip special. They handled a large, multi-generational group (ages 10–81!) with ease, making everyone feel included, safe, and important. We are beyond grateful we chose Aruba Bob’s—and we wouldn’t consider diving with anyone else. Book with them. Seriously—you won’t regret it.
Easy and comfortable
R4483KGmichaelf,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great first time scuba diving! Couldn’t have asked for better people to have guided us. Thank you so so much to divemasters Vinny and Jeff🤙🏾 Best divemasters around
Fist time
Bob B,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great for first timers ! Very informative and accommodating to your skill level . The guides explain everything very well felt very safe
Dad and son day
Suzan M,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Initial instruction was tailored to our experience. You need to be healthy enough in general. The dive guides are very experienced and alot of fun.
Friendly, Safe & Helpful
lrweaver,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Quintin was great! Very friendly and helpful. I also appreciate that -- when my spouse woke up sick -- they adjusted the fee to just cover my session. I will go back and use these pros again!
FIRST TIME DIVING IN ARUBA
Passenger38272312708,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Whole process from booking to diving went very smooth and fun! Communication was clear and everything was well organized. Our guide Jeff was very knowledgeable, friendly, and made us feel comfortable the entire time. The dive itself was an amazing experience and we felt well taken care of from start to finish. Definitely recommended!
Great time, great experience
Dennis K,Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Mark is a great teacher! Good sense of humor and made everyone feel comfortable. Highly recommend for both first timers and experienced divers.
Amazing scuba diving experience
paolaaR7644SZ,Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Scuba diving with Luis was amazing! He took me out solo and made the whole experience feel super safe and relaxed. You can tell he’s very experienced, he was patient, clear with instructions and just really easy to vibe with. What made it even better was his sense of humor, he kept things light and fun, made the dive feel like and adventure with a friend rather than just a lesson. The cherry on top, Luis took a bunch of awesome photos and videos of me during the dive and shared them right after. I can’t recommend this enough, go for it, you’ll have an unforgettable time.
Great dive with my daughter
Prateek S,Aug 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great attention to detail - mark was excellent on land and in the water. He took care and made the experience memorable- looking after our needs.
Excellent Scuba Tour
Lifebythebeachboyyy,Jun 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour and guide were AMAZING, highly recommended if you’re in Aruba! Thoughtful and safe, I have never dived before and had no issues- never felt safer with their guide. Awesome experience!!
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