About this experience
Scuba Dogs is a PADI 5-Star Dive Center; the only official operator with all gear, restrooms, showers, lockers and professional staff right there at the Marine Park.
In particular, this scuba tour for certified divers is uniquely AMAZING in the sense that it's a shallow dive no deeper than 30' which allows you to explore safely without decompression issues; practice basic skills and neutral buoyancy in a protected bay; encounter a great diversity and abundance marine life including yellowtail snappers, damselfish, stingrays and turtles; and explore a diverse bottom composition including the historic fish wall, statues, roman columns, shipwreck structures, and coral reef formations.
After a colorful description of the historic and ecological value of this epic site, a professional theory review on the science of diving, and basic skills training in the shallow part of the shoreline, you'll be exploring the entire bay safely under the direct supervision of a dive professional.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Direct supervision by a certified professional to guide you
- 45 minutes exploring underwater in direct contact with the diverse marine life
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Use of our excellent facilities with lockers, restrooms, and fresh-water showers to rinse afterward
- Swings on the beach & gift shop with refreshments
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Enjoy the natural beauty of an urban reef located in a historic site in the middle of metropolitan San Juan. Dive alongside our guides as we explore a protected bay area, natural and artificial reef formations, ruins of the historic "fish wall", and our version of Atlantis with a collection of small scale replicas Greek and Roman sculptures and columns. Occasionally, you may be able to see our resident green and hawksbill sea turtles, southern stingray and squid!!
This 1-Tank Certified Scuba Tour requires a SCUBA certification of Open Water Diver or higher level from a recognized diving organization (PADI, NAUI, SSI). Guests that do not hold any of these certifications can participate in the Discover Scuba Diving excursion. Guests will be required to walk with full SCUBA equipment including tank and weights in and out of the water. Depending on weather and site conditions, guests may encounter limited visibility ranging from 5' to 20'.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet us at the dive shop, look for the dive flag! Parking Entrance of the Escambrón Beach FW84+CWJ, C. San Agustín, San Juan, 00901
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Scuba Dogs
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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