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A diver surrounded by fish in clear blue water. 1
A rusted metal structure in the water with divers and a boat nearby. 2
Three individuals in scuba diving gear seated on a bench under palm trees. 3
Two scuba divers underwater with coral reefs in the background. 4
An underwater wreck with marine life around it. 5
By PD Diving By Heros Adventures
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$107 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Choose between scuba diving, a diving course, or fun diving
    • Explore coral reefs, tropical fish, and marine life in clear waters
    • Choose between beginner experience, guided dives, or courses
    • Enjoy a small-group setting for safety and personal attention
    • Dive with all equipment and a safety briefing included

Activity location

    • Unawatuna
    • Unawatuna, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Unawatuna
    • Unawatuna, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

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Single Fun Dive or Shipwreck Dive for Certified Divers

  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • English

Explore a range of amazing dive sites, from historic shipwrecks to colourful coral reefs, guided by experienced PADI Dive Masters & support staff, ensuring your safety, comfort, & enjoyment throughout the dive.
⭐ Bring your certificate or digital proof

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$106.55 x 2 AdultsNZ$213.10
Total
Price is NZ$213.10

Discover Scuba Diving Without Photos or Video

  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • English

Try scuba diving for the first time with no experience required. Learn basic skills with a certified PADI instructor before enjoying a guided dive to 10–12 metres. Includes equipment, professional guidance, and a PADI eCertificate.
⭐ No photos or videos

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$150.94 x 2 AdultsNZ$301.88
Total
Price is NZ$301.88

Discover Scuba Diving with Photos and Video

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Try scuba diving for the first time with no experience required. Learn basic skills with a certified PADI instructor before enjoying a guided dive to 10–12 metres. Includes equipment, professional guidance, and a PADI eCertificate.
⭐ With Photos and Video

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$195.34 x 2 AdultsNZ$390.68
Total
Price is NZ$390.68

Two Fun Dives Including a Wreck for Certified Divers

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Enjoy two guided boat dives at selected sites, including a wreck, with full equipment, a safety briefing, and dive guide or divemaster supervision.
⭐ Must be a certified diver (Open Water or higher)
⭐ Bring your certificate or digital proof

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$177.58 x 2 AdultsNZ$355.16
Total
Price is NZ$355.16

Two Shipwreck Dives for Certified Divers

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Explore underwater wreck sites on two guided shipwreck dives. Discover marine life around historic wrecks with a professional instructor
⭐ Must be a certified diver (Open Water or higher)
⭐ Bring your certification card or digital proof

Language options: English
Price details
NZ$195.34 x 2 AdultsNZ$390.68
Total
Price is NZ$390.68

Open Water Scuba Diver Course (Beginner)

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Earn your PADI Open Water Diver certification over 3 days. Learn dive theory, practice skills in a dedicated training pool, & complete four open water dives with certified PADI instructors. Dive worldwide to depths of up to 18 metres after certification.

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
NZ$976.69 x 2 AdultsNZ$1,953.38
Total
Price is NZ$1,953.38

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Free hotel pickup and drop-off in the Unawatuna area (if selected)
  • Inclusions
    Boat dives to selected dive sites
  • Inclusions
    Complimentary underwater photos (where available)
  • Inclusions
    Professional PADI instructors and Dive Masters
  • Inclusions
    High-quality scuba diving equipment
  • Inclusions
    Safety briefing and instruction
  • Inclusions
    Confined water training (course option)
  • Inclusions
    Four open-water dives (course option)
  • Inclusions
    PADI Discover Scuba Diving eCertificate (DSD option)
  • Inclusions
    PADI Open Water certification (course option)
  • Inclusions
    Tea, coffee, and light refreshments
  • Exclusions
    Main Meals
  • Exclusions
    Underwater photos/videos (optional)
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup/drop-off (if not selected)
  • Exclusions
    Transport from outside Unawatuna requires an additional fee

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Touching marine life
    • Not suitable for: Pregnant women

What you can expect

  • Experience the beauty of Sri Lanka's southern coastline with a scuba diving adventure suitable for beginners, certified divers, and those looking to earn a PADI certification. All dives are conducted by boat, providing access to some of the best dive sites around Unawatuna.

    Choose the experience that matches your skill level. Whether you want to try scuba diving for the first time, enjoy guided fun dives, explore a shipwreck, or complete a professional diving course, experienced PADI instructors will guide you every step of the way.

    Small group sizes, quality equipment, and professional supervision ensure a safe and enjoyable experience both above and below the water.

    ⭐Discover Scuba Diving (Beginners)
    No previous diving experience or certification is required.

    After a safety briefing and introduction to basic scuba skills, you'll practice in shallow water before taking a guided open-water dive to a maximum depth of approximately 10–12 metres under the direct supervision of a certified PADI instructor.

    Explore coral reefs, tropical fish, and the vibrant marine life of Unawatuna while gaining your first scuba diving experience. Participants receive a PADI Discover Scuba Diving eCertificate after completing the programme.

    ⭐Fun Diving (Certified Divers)
    Designed for certified divers, this option includes guided boat dives to a variety of local dive sites.

    Depending on sea conditions and certification level, dives may include colourful coral reefs, rocky pinnacles, and the famous Lord Nelson's Shipwreck. Every dive is led by experienced PADI Dive Masters who ensure a safe and enjoyable underwater experience.

    ⭐PADI Open Water Diver Course
    Begin your scuba diving journey with the internationally recognised PADI Open Water Diver Course.

    Over three days, you'll complete dive theory, confined water training in a dedicated diving pool, and four open-water training dives under the guidance of certified PADI instructors.

    During the course, you'll learn essential diving skills including equipment setup, buoyancy control, underwater communication, dive planning, and safe diving practices.

    Upon successful completion, you'll receive a globally recognised PADI Open Water Diver certification, allowing you to dive independently with a buddy to a maximum depth of 18 metres worldwide.

    You’ll always be guided by experienced PADI Dive Masters and support staff, ensuring your safety, comfort, and enjoyment throughout the dive.

Location

Activity location

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    • Unawatuna
    • Unawatuna, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Unawatuna
    • Unawatuna, Southern Province, Sri Lanka