BEST OF · SCUBA DIVING IN SRI LANKA
Boats fill and the good instructors get taken. Below: the 5 scuba diving in Sri Lanka to reserve early, what each one includes and where they differ.
Join Divinguru Unawatuna for one or two boat-based scuba sessions among 16 sites near Galle. Small groups, full equipment, free Nitrox, and guides such as Alexandros, Alex, Elie, and Irina make this a practical choice for certified divers.
“2 dives, one shallow (around 8 m.) and one deeper (about 25m). Small boats and small groups (2 divers per guide).”
Spend about three hours learning basic SCUBA skills with Sun Diving SriLanka in Unawatuna. After a briefing and practice in a 1-meter lagoon, take a 10-minute boat ride to Rock Island for a supervised underwater visit reaching 10 meters.
“Very good place - they were thorough and attentive. The staff are also very nice and friendly. Would definitely come again :)”
Start your PADI Scuba Diver certification at Divinguru Nilaveli with classroom lessons, confined-water practice, and two open-water sessions. Instructors including Ellie, Norbert, Gita, and Yannis teach in small groups of up to eight. Pickup, equipment, snacks, tea, and private transport are included.
“We went as a couple- one of us completing their license and the other doing free dives. A bonus is that they offer refresher dives if you are licensed but have not dove in a while. The dive shop was fantastic- from picking us up at our hotel to an easy sign in process, the whRead more”
Join Divinguru Nilaveli for one or two guided boat sessions at reefs, rocks, wrecks, or Pigeon Island. Certified scuba users can choose morning or afternoon departures, use well-maintained rental gear, and expect groups of up to five per boat. Ellie, Norbert, and other guides lead the outings.
“My husband & i did 5 days of fun diving with divinguru nilaveli. Big shout out to Rob & Geetha for making each dive so much fun and safe at the same time.. we had some really nice sightings. The dive school's attention to detail is superb and has a restaurant that serves some delicious food. We also did our Nitrox certification with them as well. Can't wait to be back.”
Meet the English-speaking team at International Diving School inside Coral Sands Hotel for a three-hour beginner scuba session. You’ll learn basic skills in calm water, then join a supervised open-water visit to Hikkaduwa’s reef, with equipment, refreshments, insurance, and post-session advice included.
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