4 Scuba Diving in the US Virgin Islands That Earn the Boat Ride

1.Two-Tank Morning Dive Trip for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 602 reviews · from $180Our pick

Start at 8:10 a.m. in Cruz Bay for two guided scuba descents at St. John reef sites, usually 30 to 80 feet deep. Low Key supplies scuba and snorkeling gear, water, and a divemaster. Guides such as Serenity, Andre, Ali, Josh, and Emma are known for calm, capable instruction.

“Lovely morning dives. The crew was very friendly and approachable. Also quite knowledgeable. I wish the reef had had more things to see, but that’s not the dive shop’s fault. Would definitely dive again with them.”

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2.Two-Tank Dive for Certified Diving in St Thomas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 456 reviews · from $189

Meet the Aqua Marine Dive Center at Saga Haven Marina for a two-tank scuba outing led by a professional guide. After a safety briefing and a 15 to 30 minute boat ride, you’ll visit two reef or wreck sites, with gear, snacks, drinks, and pirate punch included.

“Erika, Jared and Nan give a first class dive experience. Erika was my dive master and she made the whole experience wonderful and you always felt safe. We did two dives. My favorite was calf and cow. Absolutely stunning swimming threw underwater canyons. Thank you so much for this experience. I would do it over and over again.”

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3.Discover Scuba Diving with No Certification in St Thomas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 223 reviews · from $225

Meet Aqua Marine Dive Center at Saga Haven Marina for a 3.5-hour beginner scuba outing. A PADI-certified instructor teaches the basics, then guides up to four students on a first ocean descent. Snorkeling, snacks, drinks, and an optional second scuba session follow.

“I highly recommend diving here if you get the chance. They have a great crew - professional and competent. Awesome day all around!”

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4.Two Tank Dive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 131 reviews · from $200

Join Aqua Action Dive Center from Secret Harbour for a 3.5-hour, two-tank boat trip around St. Thomas. A Dive Master leads certified divers to Caribbean reefs and wrecks, with gear, tanks, weights, water, and fresh fruit included. The boat carries no more than 12 people.

“Great crew, really friendly. The five master gave great pointers and tips and was very patient. Saw so many amazing fish, lobsters, rays and other fish.”

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