First Time Scuba Diving Experience in Punta Cana
Overview
Experience the incredible coral reefs beneath the waves with this Scuba Diving program. The Discover Scuba is a first time dive experience that will show you the basics of scuba diving while introducing you to this fun and exciting sport.
What's Included
- PADI Intro to Scuba Pamphlet
- Pool Training Lesson
- Equipment Rental
- Professional Dive Instructor
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Guided Ocean Dive
- Gratuities
- PADI registration
Meeting and Pickup
Playa Blanca #2
Punta Cana 23000, Dominican Republic
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
The Discover Scuba Diving is an introductory dive to get your feet wet on what it takes to become a scuba diver and explore the underwater world. This is the perfect first time dive trial for those who are not ready to sign up for a course but would like to try scuba.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum Age Requirement is 10 years of Age.
- Minimum time between diving and flying is 18 hours.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5982P15
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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Participants in the First Time Scuba Diving Experience in Punta Cana cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.
The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.
Jun 2024If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
- PADI Intro to Scuba Pamphlet.
- Pool Training Lesson.
- Equipment Rental.
- Professional Dive Instructor.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only).
- Guided Ocean Dive.
- Gratuities.
- PADI registration.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the First Time Scuba Diving Experience in Punta Cana is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for First Time Scuba Diving Experience in Punta Cana will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- PADI Intro to Scuba Pamphlet
- Pool Training Lesson
- Equipment Rental
- Professional Dive Instructor
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Guided Ocean Dive
- Gratuities
- PADI registration
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum Age Requirement is 10 years of Age.
- Minimum time between diving and flying is 18 hours.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
