- Scuba Dogs at Escambrn Marine Park - Enjoy the natural beauty of an urban reef located in a historic site in the middle of metropolitan San Juan. Dive alongside our guides as we explore a protected bay area, natural and artificial reef formations, ruins of the historic “fish wall”, and our version of Atlantis with a collection of small scale replicas Greek and Roman sculptures and columns. Occasionally, you may be able to see our resident green and hawksbill sea turtles, southern stingray and squid!!\n\nThis 1-Tank Certified Scuba Tour requires a SCUBA certification of Open Water Diver or higher level from a recognized diving organization (PADI, NAUI, SSI). Guests that do not hold any of these certifications can participate in the Discover Scuba Diving excursion. Guests will be required to walk with full SCUBA equipment including tank and weights in and out of the water. Depending on weather and site conditions, guests may encounter limited visibility ranging from 5’ to 20’.
- Direct supervision by a certified professional to guide you
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Use of excellent facilities with lockers, restrooms, and fresh-water showers
- Swings on the beach & gift shop with refreshments
- 45 minutes of underwater exploration with diverse marine life
- Gratuities
Scuba Dogs is recognized as a PADI 5-Star Dive Center and stands as the sole certified operator equipped with a full range of diving gear, amenities like restrooms and showers, secure lockers, and a team of expert staff located directly at the Marine Park.
The scuba excursion on offer for those holding diving certifications is particularly OUTSTANDING due to it being a shallow water dive, not exceeding 30 feet in depth. This enables participants to safely enjoy the underwater experience without the worry of decompression sickness; practice essential diving techniques and achieve neutral buoyancy within the confines of a sheltered bay area; and come face-to-face with an eclectic mix of marine life including yellowtail snappers, damselfish, stingrays, and turtles. Moreover, the dive allows for the exploration of varied underwater terrains such as an age-old fish wall, an array of statues and roman columns, remnants of shipwrecks, and vibrant coral reef ecosystems.
Following an elaborate narrative regarding the site’s historical and environmental significance, participants go through a comprehensive theoretical briefing on diving science, coupled with preliminary skill exercises in the shallows near the shore. This precedes the guided tour throughout the bay, all while under the watchful eye of an experienced diving instructor.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
