PADI DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING
Includes
instruction + dive
Price
$120
Length
1/2 day
LEVEL
beginner
Depth
> 40 ft
PADI Discover Scuba Diving – Roatan, Honduras
Try scuba diving for the first time — no certification required
Overview
If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to breathe underwater, the PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience is your chance to find out. This half-day introduction lets you try diving in the warm, calm waters of Roatan — no prior experience needed.
Guided by a certified PADI Instructor, you’ll learn basic dive skills, use real scuba gear, and take your first underwater journey along one of the most vibrant reefs in the Caribbean.
This is not a certification course, but it’s the perfect first step if you’re thinking about becoming a certified diver or just want to cross scuba diving off your bucket list. Plus, you can do additional non-certified dives if one dive wasn’t enough!
Includes
- Instructor-led briefing and confined water session
- 1 guided reef dive
- Equipment & gear
- Personalized instruction
What You'll Learn
- Basic scuba skills
- How to use scuba gear
- Understand hand skills for communication
Course Structure
This beginner-friendly program includes three parts, all which are completed in just a half a day:
You’ll start with a simple explanation of how diving works and what to expect. We’ll teach you how to use the equipment, communicate underwater, and manage buoyancy.
In shallow, calm water, you’ll practice a few basic skills like clearing your mask and breathing with your regulator. This helps build your confidence before heading out to the reef.
Once you’re comfortable, we’ll take you on a real reef dive up to 12 meters (40 feet), led and supervised by your instructor the entire time.
Course Requirements
- Age 10+
- Basic swimming skills & comfort in water
- Complete short medical questionnaire
Need EFR certification? Add it to your course package — we offer it onsite!
Why Roatan Is Perfect for First-Time Divers
Roatan is one of the top-rated places in the Caribbean to try scuba diving for the first time. The reef is close to shore, the water is warm and clear, and the marine life is spectacular. It’s ideal for beginners and families looking for a safe, inspiring experience.
Here’s why Roatan is a top choice for learning how to dive:
- Shallow, protected dive sites ideal for beginners
- Short boat rides or walk-in entries from shore
- World-class reef just minutes from our dive shop
Why Choose Octopus Dive School?
We specialize in safe, relaxed, small-group experiences for first-time divers. Our instructors are patient, professional, and passionate about sharing the underwater world with you. No stress, no pressure — just the chance to discover something unforgettable.
Ready to Dive In?
Whether you’re a curious traveler, adventurous couple, or family looking for something unforgettable to do together, Discover Scuba Diving in Roatan is an experience you’ll never forget.
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