Train in a pool, then join 2 guided open-water dives
8 Hours
Up to 4 people
Gear, instructor, water
Learn basic scuba skills in a morning pool session, then head out for two instructor-led boat dives in open water. Expect 20–45 minutes underwater per dive, depending on your air consumption.
Ages 10+ and you must know basic swimming. Complete the required e-learning before the pool session. Crew tips are suggested at $25 per person per trip.
Full refund if you cancel at least 48 hours before your scheduled trip. Full refund if Ace Diving cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances prior to departure. No refunds for missed departures. Discover scuba divers: no refunds if you are unable to dive for personal reasons.
Yes. Complete the required e-learning before you arrive for pool training.
If conditions prevent the open-water portion after the pool session, you can reschedule the open-water dives for another day or cancel the afternoon dives and pay only for the pool training session.
If you can’t complete the pool session, no refunds are issued. If you are already at sea and choose not to dive for personal reasons, no refunds are issued.
Divers consistently praise the professionalism and attentiveness of the crew here, with instructors like Jesus, Melissa, Nestor, and Captain Dan earning special recognition for their patient teaching style and safety-first approach. The team excels at making both beginners and certified divers feel comfortable, offering helpful coaching without being overbearing. First-timers completing their PADI certification appreciate how thorough yet unhurried the instruction feels, while experienced divers value the crew's ability to spot interesting marine life like bull sharks, rays, and eels at local sites including Neptune Memorial Reef and Flamingo Reef. The operation runs smoothly from start to finish, with reviewers highlighting excellent communication before trips and well-organized boat operations. The crew demonstrates flexibility with scheduling and shows genuine enthusiasm for their work, even in less-than-ideal weather conditions. A few divers mention choppy waters or cold temperatures, but these are weather-related quirks rather than operational issues. The boat is well-equipped, and the staff strikes a nice balance between trusting divers to handle their own gear setup while still performing thorough safety checks. It's the kind of outfit where people immediately plan their next dive.
This was an amazing excursion. All the equipment that was provided and in great condition. The staff was very helpful.
Beth Gilbert
March 23, 2026
This was an amazing excursion. All the equipment that was provided and in great condition. The staff was very helpful.
Beth Gilbert
March 23, 2026