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The 15 Dive Trips with Pickup to Book First

18 dives  ·  from $24 a head

Boats fill and the good instructors get taken. Below: the 15 dive trips with pickup to reserve early, what each one includes and where they differ.

Cyprus: Introductory Scuba Lesson and Dive with Transfer - Shallow Water Is the Most Important Stop
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Cyprus: Introductory Scuba Lesson and Dive with Transfer

1.Cyprus: Introductory Scuba Lesson and Dive with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 682 reviews · 3 hours · from $88Our pick

Learn scuba basics in 20 to 30 minutes, practice near shore, then visit Blue Bay to 6 meters with an English or German instructor. Small groups, hotel pickup, equipment, fish feeding, and underwater photos make this a friendly first experience.

“We had a fantastic experience with this company! The guide picked us up right on time, and from the beginning, we felt safe and well taken care of. The instructions were clear and professional, and we practiced in shallow water before starting the actual dive. Each group had a personal guide, we were just two people and had our own, who was very friendly and helpful. We saw underwater statues, fed the fish, and had amazing photos taken. The dive was around 6 meters deep and very enjoyable. Afterward, we viewed the photos, paid €22, and received them immediately by email. Everything was smooth and well organized. Wish we had…”

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Scuba Diving Full Day Boat Trip for beginners With Lunch & Transfer – Hurghada - Morning pickup from your Hurghada hotel
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Scuba Diving Full Day Boat Trip for beginners With Lunch & Transfer – Hurghada

2.Scuba Diving Full Day Boat Trip for beginners With Lunch & Transfer – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 580 reviews · from $24Best value

Set out from Hurghada for an eight-hour Red Sea boat trip with two scuba stops, beginner-friendly instruction, onboard lunch, drinks, equipment, and hotel transfers. Guides including Sultan, Mustafa, Hossum, Osama, and Mimo are praised for patient support, though site timing and gear quality can vary.

“Absolutely amazing boat trip, we were a family of 5. So many involved in making sure all in the group got diving from the boat. The patience shown to me (a non swimmer) to ensure I dived was second to none. My 16 year old boys loved it and my 12 year old daughter did something she didn't think she could. The highlight of our holiday. Needs a generous tip.”

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Kusadasi: Diving Experience with Lunch and Transfer - The short lesson before your first underwater session
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Kusadasi: Diving Experience with Lunch and Transfer

3.Kusadasi: Diving Experience with Lunch and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 119 reviews · 5 hours · from $53

Spend five hours off Kusadasi with an English-speaking instructor, professional gear, one beginner scuba session to 5 to 7 meters, snorkeling, swimming, and lunch aboard the boat. Hotel or port pickup is included, and non-divers can join the boat day.

“my diving experience was amazing. transfer was in time. short brief before diving with explaining how to brief under water. your instructor was all the time with you. make a nice pictures for extra money”

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Alanya Scuba Diving with Hotel Transfer incl. Lunch - Instruction for first-timers and certified participants
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Alanya Scuba Diving with Hotel Transfer incl. Lunch

4.Alanya Scuba Diving with Hotel Transfer incl. Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 76 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $66

Spend about seven hours on an Alanya boat with hotel pickup, equipment, lunch, and two guided scuba sessions. Beginners receive instruction, while certified participants may choose more adventurous sites, including a possible cave visit. The group can include up to 20 people.

“The cave-dive was a truly wonderful experience, and the crew was very friendly and professional. See you next time in Alanya!”

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From Dubai: 2 Dives for Certified Divers with BBQ & Transfer - The early start from Dubai
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From Dubai: 2 Dives for Certified Divers with BBQ & Transfer

5.From Dubai: 2 Dives for Certified Divers with BBQ & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 69 reviews · 8 hours · from $160

Join a small group of certified divers for two guided scuba sessions off Fujairah, with equipment, hotel transfers, BBQ lunch, and a 42-foot boat. Look for turtles, rays, nudibranchs, reef fish, and wrecks, then stop at Al Bidya Mosque, Khorfakkan Amphitheatre, and the waterfall.

“Hele vriendelijke dames en veel plezier gehad voor en na het duiken”

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Marmaris: Scuba Diving, Incl. 2 Dive, Lunch w/Hotel Transfer - Hotel pickup and the morning boat ride
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Marmaris: Scuba Diving, Incl. 2 Dive, Lunch w/Hotel Transfer

6.Marmaris: Scuba Diving, Incl. 2 Dive, Lunch w/Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 43 reviews · 8 hours · from $41

Meet the Barakuda Brothers team for two guided scuba sessions off Marmaris or Icmeler. Beginners receive patient instruction and small-group support, while certified divers choose their gear. Between sites, enjoy lunch, coastal views, swimming, and optional underwater photos.

“struggled with equipment to start with which made the 1st dive terrifying however they sorted it for me for the 2nd dive and it was an amazing beginners experience! 100% recommend and would go again!”

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Scuba Diving Tour with Transfer From Alanya and city of Side - What the first 30-minute session feels like
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Scuba Diving Tour with Transfer From Alanya and city of Side

7.Scuba Diving Tour with Transfer From Alanya and city of Side

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 37 reviews · 8 hours · from $59

Spend about eight hours aboard a boat off Antalya Province, with two guided underwater sessions of roughly 30 minutes each. Beginners receive instruction, breathing practice, and close help down to six meters, while certified participants can enjoy more freedom. Pickup is available from Alanya and Side.

“loved this activity second activity during our trip to turkey, first dive I personally was too scared to dive down but I got in the water others I went with loved the first dive where there were loads of pictures taken and a video feeding the fish it was amazing, the second dive I join in with the family and dived down it was an amazing experience I did come back up once due to slightly panicking but was allowed to dive again, and had a few extra minutes with my family underneath before coming to the surface, the family I went with loved every moment of it but went…”

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Dubai: VIP Private Scuba Dive with Free Hotel Transfer - Starting at Bermuda Diving Center
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Dubai: VIP Private Scuba Dive with Free Hotel Transfer

8.Dubai: VIP Private Scuba Dive with Free Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 31 reviews · 3 hours · from $95

You’ll learn scuba basics at Bermuda Diving Center, practice in shallow water, then spend up to 45 minutes exploring Jumeirah Beach at 6 to 8 meters with a private instructor. Baskar and Baski are praised for calm, patient guidance. Hotel transfers, equipment, towels, drinks, and underwater photos are included.

“It was very nice and the instructor was helpful. The tutorial and the instructions were very clear. We enjoyed our experience, and although the water was murky, we saw a lot of underwater world.”

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From Dubai: Try Scuba Diving, Snorkeling with BBQ & Transfer - Meeting the instructor and getting comfortable underwater
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From Dubai: Try Scuba Diving, Snorkeling with BBQ & Transfer

9.From Dubai: Try Scuba Diving, Snorkeling with BBQ & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 22 reviews · 8 hours · from $163

Travel from Dubai to Fujairah for a beginner-friendly scuba session at Snoopy Island, snorkeling at Sharm Rocks, underwater photos, and a BBQ lunch. A certified instructor, small groups of up to 10, equipment, transfers, and stops at Al Bidya Mosque and Khorfakkan are included.

“Fahad (sorry about spelling!) was fantastic - he took the beginners divers, was very calm, reassuring and fun! My friend was terrified at the start and felt instantly safe. You go to different spots to both snorkel and dive and can swim through swarms of different fishes - we even seen turtles! Nice changing facilities, comfortable both and tasty lunch afterwards! Would definitely recommend diving here over in Dubai / Jumeriah! Driver was also amazing - really friendly and flexible. Because of Dubai traffic, pick up and drop off can be long but this can’t be helped. 5 ⭐️ stars, would recommend!”

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From Side: Guided Scuba Diving in Alanya w/ Lunch & Transfer - Learning the basics before entering the water
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From Side: Guided Scuba Diving in Alanya w/ Lunch & Transfer

10.From Side: Guided Scuba Diving in Alanya w/ Lunch & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 13 reviews · 6 hours · from $53

From Side, travel to Alanya Harbor for two beginner scuba sessions at depths of 5 to 12 meters. English- and German-speaking instructors provide gear, briefings, and close support. You can also stay onboard, enjoy lunch, and watch the coast.

“There was two group of divers - beginner and licensed. For thebsecond group everything was ok, but for begginers it takes too much timer: 6 hrs for 30-40 minutes od diving. Instructors, service on the top level.”

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Heraklion: Beginner's intro dive w/2 Dives with transfer. - The morning transfer from your hotel
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Heraklion: Beginner’s intro dive w/2 Dives with transfer.

11.Heraklion: Beginner’s intro dive w/2 Dives with transfer.

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 13 reviews · 6 hours · from $165

Meet an SSI instructor, complete a 30-minute digital safety lesson, then make two 45-minute guided scuba descents in Agia Pelagia, reaching up to 6 meters. Equipment, insurance, transfers, water, and an SSI digital diploma are included. Pickup covers Heraklion and nearby resorts.

“parfait beaucoup de poissons à voir. l'eau est claire l'équipe est sympa”

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Antalya/ Kemer/ Belek Scuba Diving With Lunch & Transfer - Safety instruction before your first descent
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Antalya/ Kemer/ Belek Scuba Diving With Lunch & Transfer

Alanya:Scuba Diving Boat Trip with Lunch and Transfer - First underwater session at a coastal reef site
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Alanya:Scuba Diving Boat Trip with Lunch and Transfer

13.Alanya:Scuba Diving Boat Trip with Lunch and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · from $44

Join a five-hour Alanya boat outing with English- or Russian-speaking staff, hotel pickup, scuba instruction, equipment, and two underwater sessions at separate reef sites. No certification is required. Lunch is included, but drinks, photos, and videos cost extra. Children under 14 may ride but cannot scuba.

“It was so good! We enjoyed every moment and the people who worked there were also amazing! They make you feel comfortable and make it an amazing experience for you. You will enjoy every moment you had there!!!”

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Kusadasi: Scuba Diving for Beginners w/Lunch & Transfer - From your Kusadasi hotel to the harbor
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Kusadasi: Scuba Diving for Beginners w/Lunch & Transfer

14.Kusadasi: Scuba Diving for Beginners w/Lunch & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 7 reviews · 1 day · from $59

You’ll leave Kusadasi by minibus, learn the basics from an English- or Russian-speaking instructor, and spend time underwater in clear Aegean water. The day includes equipment, an instructed scuba session, lunch onboard, swimming, snorkeling, and hotel pickup and return.

“The staff were lovely and helped us through our first experience and we got some great photos to show to the family amazing service loved it!!”

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Malapascua: Advance Divers Shark Dive & Optional Transfer - Crossing to Monad or Kimud Shoal
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Malapascua: Advance Divers Shark Dive & Optional Transfer

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