Panama City Scuba Diving: Beginner-Friendly Tour
4.7
113 Ratings
Lower Grand Lagoon
Experience the thrill of scuba diving in Panama City with our beginner-friendly tour. No swimming skills or previous experience required. Dive into the local marine environment and capture your best moments with complimentary GoPro videos and photos.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Saint Andrews Park Road - CHECK-IN time is 15 MIN prior to your tour time at the DIVE SITE. \nRemove any foundation/makeup/sunscreen from your face prior to arrival. Thank you!\n\nRequirements:\n - Must be in reasonable physical and mental health\n - Must be at least 10 years old\n\nINCLUDED: All necessary gear \nFREE Videos \nNO EXPERIENCE NEEDED \nNO SWIMMING SKILLS NEEDED \nNO CERTIFICATE NEEDED \n\nWHAT TO EXPECT: \nYour Dive Instructor will meet you at the St. Andrews State Park Jetties public area pavilions, located at the end of the parking lot. \nFirst, he will starts with a safety breafing to introduce you the fundamentals of scuba diving. Next, he will proceed to the shore diving site and teach you some basic diving skills in shallow water(3ft). When you get comfortable breathing underwater, and become familiar with the safety skills, then the scuba dive begins. The duration of the activity depends on group size, water comfort level, performance and air consumption.\nYour Instructor will make sure you are comfortable, carefree, safe, and you are having unforgettable time during your tour.\n\nWhat to bring:\n- TOWEL\n- SMART PHONE (‘Quik’ app) - to download your GoPro pictures and videos\n- CASH to tip your instructor
What's Included
- SCUBA equipment provided
- Professional instructor-led dives
- All required gear included
- Safety briefing and orientation
- Underwater photography available
- Lunch and refreshments provided
- Transport to dive sites
- Marine park fees included
- Small group sizes for personalized experience
- Exotic marine life encounters
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Parking fee $8
Additional Information
For those eager to venture underwater for the first time, our Try Diving Activity tour presents the perfect opportunity. Enjoy the added perk of FREE GoPro videos and photos capturing your most captivating moments. No prior acquaintance with swimming or diving is needed. Immersed in the local marine habitat, gain a hands-on experience of scuba diving basics, facilitated by a certified PADI Instructor, in the relaxed environment of your own social circle. Discover the fascinating world beneath the water’s surface with the assurance of all essential diving equipment provided as part of the package.
- All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire 1 day prior to your tour. Some pre-existing medical conditions such as asthma, heart/back surgery may prevent you from diving.
- Flying up to 12 hours post diving is not recommended.
Location
Saint Andrews Park Road
For your ease copy GPS coordinates: 30.125381, -85.732840 in Google maps (NOT Apple maps)
Arrive at the gate station. Drive straight until a 3-stop intersection. Turn right. After you pass the alligator pond, look for a sign "BEACHES JETTY USE", turn left and park. Check the public area pavilions.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(113 Ratings)
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Tyneke_d
Apr 14, 2024
Instructor was very... - Instructor was very knowledgeable and an excellent teacher. He very patient. The experience was one of a lifetime
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Deb_f
Apr 5, 2024
“Best experience I’ve ever had …… - Malin was fantastic! My two teenagers went with him. They said he was very patient. The first thing my 17 year old said was that I it was the best day of her life and my 19 year old said it was the best experience he has ever had. And we have parasailed, white water rafted etc. They want to plan our next vacation around being able to scuba dive with Malin again. Thank you!!
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Rayah_a
Mar 29, 2024
Great for beginners! - This was my first time scuba diving. Our instructor was great , provided everything you need. If you’ve never done it before definitely go with this guy !
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Zach_m
Mar 12, 2024
First time scuba diving tour - We had a great time scuba diving! We were at first a little bit anxious but our guide was perfect at explaining the “skills”!!! He showed us plenty of wildlife! Gave us plenty of tips for while we are under water. I definitely suggest anyone who’s been thinking about scuba diving to come here! I will definitely come back and scuba dive again! Thanks for a life time memory!
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Stacie_m
Nov 18, 2023
Awesome first time diving experience! - So much fun! Great first time diving experience! Do it! 4 of us went - me and my 3 teenage/adult kids. I was surprised how heavy tanks are to walk with. Malin was a great instructor I needed a little help getting my breathing down. Definitely an awesome unforgettable experience!!!
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Jim_s
Nov 9, 2023
Exciting new experience - Wonderful new experience to learn how to scuba dive and see the ocean up close. Very good Instructor and he was patient and kind. Looking forward to getting divers license and do more diving from this experience.
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Blackhorseexpress
Oct 31, 2023
2023 vacation - Trip advisor was very user friendly and had everything other services such as car rentals at hand. Panama City Beach is beautiful place to visit. The Family had so much fun here.
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Tina_l
Oct 29, 2023
Unexpected plan - We enjoyed seeing the fish. This something we didn’t plan on but glad we decided to try it. The instructor Milan was patient and explained everything very well. Would highly recommend this company.
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Chen_g
Oct 29, 2023
Never done diving before... - Never done diving before and this was an amazing experience. Definitely recommend anyone who’s new to diving to try this!
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Chandlerc342
Oct 16, 2023
Scuba diving Panama City - This was my first time scuba diving. I’ve only snorkeled and it was amazing definitely some stuff to learn before but the guy who owns the business which is the guy you dive with was very informative and helpful and took his time. We started in about 3 feet and practiced the breathing techniques and got all the way to 10 feet to see the awesome views. Unfortunately when we got there my girlfriend wasn’t able to go due to the anxiety of all the stuff and the new breathing techniques it takes. But the dive instructor was very understanding and patient with her. Overall I will be going back and doing it again in the deeper water to hopefully see more !! P.S this is a performanced based thing so the instructor will not let you go if he doesn’t feel comfortable that you can stay under water without hurting yourself or others so you can’t force yourself to go which is also a good thing in my opinion!
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