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Try Scuba: Pool & Ocean
SSI Basic Diver experienceDiani

Try Scuba: Pool & Ocean

Your first underwater breath, with an instructor beside you.

Duration

1 day

Group

Per person. Ages 10+

Travel Goal

Ocean, Adventure

Location

Diani

Choose Your Option

Pick what suits you. The price updates as you choose and is confirmed before payment.

Group size (price per person)

Curious about scuba? Begin with an instructor-led pool introduction, get comfortable with the equipment, then head into the ocean for two supervised reef dives.

Diving is delivered by Ocean Tribe and arranged by Putu Travels. Maximum depth is 12 metres, subject to your instructor's assessment. Participants must be comfortable in water and able to float or tread water for 10 minutes.

This is an introductory experience, not a full Open Water certification. Your pool and boat schedule will be confirmed when booking.

Travelling together? Price per person: USD 180 for 1 participant, USD 170 for 2, USD 150 for 4 or more booked together. Contact Putu for three-person bookings.

Best For

First-time divers aged 10+ who are comfortable in water. No diving certification needed.

Your Experience

  1. 1

    Introductory SSI digital learning

  2. 2

    Pool practice and essential skills

  3. 3

    Two supervised ocean dives with an SSI instructor

What Is Included

  • Introductory SSI digital learning
  • Pool practice and essential skills
  • Two ocean dives with an SSI instructor
  • Scuba and snorkelling equipment
  • air fills and weights
  • Drinking water
  • fruit and boat snacks
  • Doorstep pickup and return within the confirmed Diani transfer area
  • Putu booking coordination
  • Putu host
  • Photos & videos
  • Putu curation & coordination

Good to Know

What to Wear

Swimwear and a towel.

What to Bring

Sunscreen and your medical screening details.

Activity Level

Moderate. Must be able to float or tread water for 10 minutes.

Weather / Tide Note

Weather and sea conditions can affect schedules and dive sites. Medical screening applies and physician clearance may be required.

Wildlife Note

Sightings are natural and cannot be guaranteed.

1 participant

$180

Putu Travels Coastal Desk

Putu Travels Coastal Desk

Diani & Kenyan Coast Concierge

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