Island hopping · SCUBA DIVING
Good island diving trips sell out weeks ahead in high season and the early departures go first. Below: the 12 to book now, what each includes and how they differ.
Join the Liamis crew from Kos Harbour for a five-hour cruise to Pserimos. After a clear safety lesson, you’ll use a wetsuit, mask, snorkel, and fins in a quiet blue lagoon, with time for swimming, sunbathing, and spotting fish.
“it was so much fun. we saw a lot of fishes & everyone was so relaxed. really enjoyed our day with them”
Set out from Sharm el Sheikh on an eight-hour yacht trip to Ras Mohamed and White Island. You get guided snorkeling, one short beginner scuba session with equipment, a second water stop, lunch, drinks, hotel pickup, and time on a small sandbar beach.
“Had a wonderful day on the red sea, thanks for everything. We were picked up and brought to the port where we got on a very nice boat and "sailed" out soon after. Got a quick introduction to scuba diving. After 1,5 hours those who wanted wRead more”
Spend six hours touring Boracay by traditional boat, stopping to swim and snorkel, pose in a transparent kayak, and walk the reef in a helmet. Jessie is one guide praised for his energy. Lunch, equipment, instructors, and digital photos are included, but bring water and pay the P100 swimming fee.
“The whole trip was fantastic. Jessie was our guide, and he was brilliant. We loved everything on the trip”
Spend about 10 hours at sea from Sharm el Sheikh, visiting Ras Mohammed and White Island for snorkeling, swimming, lunch, and an optional scuba stop. Expect air-conditioned transport, a group of up to 30, guides such as Taher or Ziad, and extra charges for park entry and equipment.
“It was amazing, my first time diving and had a great experience. The instructor was very helpful and patient. Even helped me calm down”
Spend a full day at sea from Sharm El Sheikh with Hunter Divers, choosing scuba or snorkeling around Tiran Island and nearby Red Sea reefs. Expect two scuba sessions or two to three snorkeling stops, a buffet lunch, hotel transfers, and a possible park fee.
“A disgrace, a disaster, the truth is that I am very angry and I will certainly not speak well of you about this experience with this tour... the most expensive and the worst... a complete rip-off! Two hours in the port waiting for total disorganization, which is why the three snorkeling stops were reduced to two, each lasting 15-20 minutes... a total rip-off... stolen money!!!”
Join a full-day yacht trip from Hurghada to Orange Island and Giftun Island. You get beach time, two reef stops, snorkeling gear, lunch, drinks, and banana boat or sofa rides. An introductory scuba session is available with the right option. Hotel pickup and multilingual staff are included.
“the activities was amazing and a wonderful experience,the boat trip was great ,could of done with music to create better atmosphere. the pickup for our trip from our hotel was poor , arrived 30 mins late ,the driver was not very safe ,stalled his car because he was to busy playing with his mobile,he stopped for 10 minutes to see his friend while we all waiting in the vehicle.constantly on his mobile the whole journey with no concentration to the road.”
Spend five hours island hopping from Bolabog Beach or Astoria Station, with stops at Puka Beach and Crystal Cove, a buffet lunch, snorkeling gear, and guided helmet walking on the ocean floor. The shared boat suits swimmers and non-swimmers, with optional entrance fees paid separately.
“No one was there at the meeting point at 8:15 Guys around us told me the conductor is sick so we needed to move to bravo but it’s wrong info. Called several times and had to wait for her about 1 hour. After we got into the tour, the tour itself was amazing, especially helmet diving was super fantastic.”
Cruise from Elizabeth on Bay to Sun Cay for a 30-minute guided SNUBA session with a certified English-speaking instructor. You’ll see reef life, a shipwreck, a sunken plane, and underwater statues, then enjoy Bahamian lunch, beaches, pools, kayaks, and paddleboards.
“Experience was great. Jason was super. Directions getting there could be improvement. Had to call to make sure we were at the correct place.”
You will visit Puka Shell Beach, Crocodile Island, Magic Island, and Tambisaan Beach by shared boat, with lunch, snorkeling, helmet walking underwater, and an ATV ride included. English-speaking guides, including Monda on some departures, assist throughout.
“was okay. but too much waiting time between attractions. Just waiting... not well synchronized”
Join Nalu Dive for two beginner-friendly scuba sessions off Olango Island, reached by speedboat in about 10 minutes from Mactan. An instructor handles the briefing and shallow-water practice, while full gear, insurance, and GoPro photos and videos are included.
“Diving with Nalu in Mactan was epic! Cool team, great gear, and awesome marine life. Highly recommend for a fun time underwater! 🐠🌊”
Spend eight hours in Nha Trang Bay with an English-speaking guide, a short guided scuba session at Coral Bay 1, snorkeling, lunch at Con Se Tre, and beach time at Coral Bay 2. The coral and marine life can be excellent, but the program suits first-time participants more than independent scuba fans.
“What this tour actually is: Transportation to two island ‘resorts’ where they will try and sell you additional packages. If you do not book the packages, you will be left on the beach for 2-3 hours. The coral and wildlife of the dive were incredible, however it is a guided tour, meaning you won’t have fins or any autonomy of your own. They have someone on your back maneuvering you around. Only good for someone who has never dove before. Lunch was served cold, the highlight was boiled clams. The tour guide was very nice, spoke great English and was funny. The tour itself is just dishonestly advertised.Read more”
Spend a day beneath Moalboal’s clear waters with two guided scuba sessions, including time around Pescador Island and the famous sardine run. Your package covers equipment, hotel transfers, environmental fees, and a meal. You must be a swimmer, and children under 10 cannot join.
“It was a great trip where we saw millions of sardines, sea turtles, and all the fish in Finding Nemo.”
By hull, by landing, by how long you want to be out.
