Worldwide · DIVING DAY TRIPS

The 15 Best Diving Day Trips Worldwide

66 dives  ·  from $23 a diver

Days built around the water: boat trips, island runs and reef cruises with a dive or a snorkel on board. The 15 below are priced and timed.

Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour - Snorkeling, semi-submersible viewing, and the glass-bottom boat
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Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour

1.Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 841 reviews · from $232Our pick

Spend about eight hours on the Great Barrier Reef aboard Reef Magic’s outer-reef platform. Snorkel with supplied gear, join marine biologist talks, and use the glass-bottom boat, semi-submersible, and underwater observatory. Optional scuba, helmet walks, and helicopter flights cost extra. Guides including Ella, Ethan, Kaitlin, and Takuya add personal help and insight.

“The culture aspects highlighted by the crew were delivered in a very fun, interactive and insightful way. The snorkeling was done with safety first and the gear provided was 5*. Loved the pontoon and the lunch was great. All around great day and worth it.”

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Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Premium Diving Full Day Tour - What the day feels like from Cairns Marina
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Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Premium Diving Full Day Tour

2.Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Premium Diving Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 792 reviews · 9 hours · from $127

From Cairns Marlin Marina, spend five hours in the water at two outer reef sites with Reef Magic and Dreamtime Dive. Expect coral gardens, fish, turtles, rays, and possible sharks, plus Indigenous stories, music, marine science, morning tea, afternoon tea, and a buffet lunch. Scuba options are available for beginners and certified participants.

“This tour was definitely a highlight. The snorkeling was fun and we even got to see a turtle and a shark. The crew was also very nice :)”

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Half-Day Scuba Diving Tour - Discover Scuba Diving! - The Roman Wall and Paphos Harbour
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Half-Day Scuba Diving Tour – Discover Scuba Diving!

3.Half-Day Scuba Diving Tour – Discover Scuba Diving!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 669 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $100Top rated

You’ll learn basic scuba skills in a pool before swimming at Paphos’s Roman Wall site, where ancient amphorae, anchors, fish, and seasonal turtles may appear. Instructors such as Emma, Kris, and Sophie work patiently with first-timers. Allow about three hours, complete the eLearning first, and remember that underwater photos cost extra.

“Thank you Mick for this great experience! You teached scuba diving in a few easy steps and we‘ll never forget our first breath under water :)”

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Dive with Sharks in Hawaii: Shark Tour from Haleiwa - What it feels like to see sharks in open water
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Dive with Sharks in Hawaii: Shark Tour from Haleiwa

4.Dive with Sharks in Hawaii: Shark Tour from Haleiwa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 468 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $153

From Haleiwa Harbor, marine scientist guides take you about 3 miles offshore to watch sharks in open water. You’ll receive a safety and shark biology briefing, use provided snorkel gear, and may see turtles, dolphins, or whales. The crew may include guides such as Gina, Tyler, Ethan, Drew, or Haley, though staffing can vary.

“The crew is very friendly and the experience is also very éducative . My five year old son loved it and my wife even if she was scared the night before felt very relax during the experience”

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Incredibly Fun Coral Reef Giant Sea Turtles 4hour Boat Scuba Tour - The first session: skills before sightseeing
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Incredibly Fun Coral Reef Giant Sea Turtles 4hour Boat Scuba Tour

5.Incredibly Fun Coral Reef Giant Sea Turtles 4hour Boat Scuba Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 300 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $299

Meet at Waikiki Dive Center for a four-hour ocean scuba session with PADI-certified instructors such as Josh, Chad, Olga, and Red. Beginners receive training before two shallow boat outings, while certified divers get a refresher and reef time. Expect turtles, tropical fish, eels, rays, and possibly octopus or sharks.

“Jared and Phil were absolutely wonderful. I highly recommend diving with this company. If we ever come back to Hawaii I will be using them again. And I also wanted to mention Grace she was working in the shop when I came in and she was so pleasant and kind. Loved listening to all the places that she has dived at.”

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Manatee Snorkel Tour from American Pro Diving Center - Starting at American Pro Diving Center
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Manatee Snorkel Tour from American Pro Diving Center

6.Manatee Snorkel Tour from American Pro Diving Center

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 265 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $65

Meet at American Pro Diving Center in Crystal River, suit up in a full 3mm wetsuit, and follow your guide by boat through spring-fed Crystal River toward Three Sisters Springs and nearby sites. You can snorkel or stay aboard, while guides such as Bri, Ryan, and Rodney help locate manatees and explain how to watch them without disturbing them.

“John and Bruce were great captains! My grandchildren had such a great time! John and Bruce really cared about you getting the experience and seeing the manatees. I would recommend this to anyone! Great time!”

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Zadar: 3 Islands Speedboat Tour with Drinks and Diving - The first run across the Bay of Foša
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Zadar: 3 Islands Speedboat Tour with Drinks and Diving

7.Zadar: 3 Islands Speedboat Tour with Drinks and Diving

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 244 reviews · 4 hours · from $49

Leave Zadar by speedboat for three coastal stops near Ošljak and Ugljan. You get time to swim and snorkel at Blue Bay Otrić and a quiet second cove, then explore Preko for an hour. English-speaking guides such as Dino, David, Stella, and Davide have led trips, with water, shade, life vests, and snorkeling gear included.

“The best choice we made so far for our vacation, we didn’t expect much but the trip was just awesome! Beautiful spots and a nice skipper!”

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Shark-Dive Tour on Oahu's North Shore - Sharks first, scenery second
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Shark-Dive Tour on Oahu’s North Shore

8.Shark-Dive Tour on Oahu’s North Shore

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 240 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $135

Leave Haleiwa with a small group and ride three miles offshore to 250-foot waters where Galapagos and tiger sharks often pass. Ocean Outfitters Hawaii provides snorkel gear, safety guidance, and an open-water swim with trained professionals. Captain Lily and crew members such as Tyler have earned praise for calm instruction and close attention.

“Lots of sharks and just 7 people on the boat, so it's perfect. Friendly crew, fun boat ride. The stay in the water could have been a bit longer.”

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Aruba 2-Tank Dive Excursion for Certified Divers - How the crew handles the underwater portion
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Aruba 2-Tank Dive Excursion for Certified Divers

9.Aruba 2-Tank Dive Excursion for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 230 reviews · from $99

Join a PADI-certified guide for two boat-based scuba descents off Aruba. The four-hour outing may visit Antilla, Pedernales, Star Gerren, Skalahein, Fingers, or Kantel Reef. Pickup is offered from hotels and the cruise terminal. Guides such as Paula, Perry, Albert, and Lucas have earned praise for safety and personal attention.

“The crew was friendly and helpful. Pickup by the port was easy and it was a short ride to the shop. Safety was a priority. Between dive snacks as well an after dive snack was provided. I would book with Searuba Fly and Dive again!”

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Freedive Silfra Half Day Tour - The briefing and equipment preparation
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Freedive Silfra Half Day Tour

10.Freedive Silfra Half Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $233

Spend about four hours freediving Silfra in Thingvellir National Park with a professional guide and a maximum of six people. You receive a safety briefing, wetsuit and snorkeling equipment, help getting ready, park access, and hot cocoa afterward. Guides including Marcello and Eddie have earned praise for patient, friendly support.

“I booked this for my husband and he said it was the highlight of his trip. He loved the entire experience and his tour guide Eddie (I believe it’s his name) made it even better. He can’t wait to see the pictures taken. Customer service is also Amazing but so it’s everyone in Iceland. People are all extremely nice!”

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Pelagic Shark Dive Tour - Entering open water with the safety diver
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Pelagic Shark Dive Tour

11.Pelagic Shark Dive Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $150

Join Islandview Hawaii at Haleiwa for a small-boat trip into open water, where you can snorkel near gray reef, scalloped hammerhead, and tiger sharks. A safety diver stays with the group, and the crew provides snorkel gear, live commentary, plus free photos and videos. Groups are limited to eight people.

“It was an amazing experience!! The crew was great!! I would definitely recommend and would love to go again!!”

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Catania: Gulf Scuba Diving Tour with Marine Biologist - What the boat trip adds
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Catania: Gulf Scuba Diving Tour with Marine Biologist

12.Catania: Gulf Scuba Diving Tour with Marine Biologist

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 212 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $82

Meet Andrea and the Etna & Sea Excursions team for a 3.5-hour scuba experience from Catania to the Cyclopean Isles. Beginners receive calm, step-by-step instruction and close support, while experienced divers can explore lava canyons, basalt columns, white sand, octopus, bream, sponges, and gorgonians.

“it was an unforgettable experience. Andrea and the team organized everything very well, we felt safe the whole time. we are complete beginners, without any diving experience and also not very good swimmers, but underwater we were constantly accompanied, checked if everything was okay, and also very nicely and clearly explained the rules underwater before jumping into the water. wonderful trip, many positive impressions, we saw many fish, corals and even a starfish. highly, highly recommend this experience.”

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Zadar: Sakarun Beach & Dugi Island Speedboat Tour w/Diving - Sakarun Beach gives you the postcard start
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Zadar: Sakarun Beach & Dugi Island Speedboat Tour w/Diving

13.Zadar: Sakarun Beach & Dugi Island Speedboat Tour w/Diving

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 186 reviews · 8 hours · from $93

From Zadar, ride a speedboat to Sakarun Beach and Dugi Otok with an English-speaking skipper such as Philip, Jure, or Emilio. You’ll snorkel by a sunken ship, visit Veli Rat Lighthouse and a military tunnel, eat at a family restaurant, and swim in a pine-shaded cove. Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, and shoes that handle boat steps.

“Skipper Jonny was really fun, the boat was great. Was a fantastic day out and highly recommend! 🦈”

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Dive the Divide: Silfra Fissure Scuba Tour | Meet at Thingvellir - Getting ready in a drysuit
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Dive the Divide: Silfra Fissure Scuba Tour | Meet at Thingvellir

14.Dive the Divide: Silfra Fissure Scuba Tour | Meet at Thingvellir

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 172 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $296

Meet your PADI Divemaster at Thingvellir for a demanding but unforgettable Silfra scuba tour. You will carry gear to the fissure, pass through Silfra Hall, Cathedral, and Lagoon, and swim between two continental plates. The tour includes all equipment, a tiny group of three or fewer, and hot chocolate with cookies.

“We had an amazing experience scuba diving in the Silfra Fissure with Arctic Adventures Iceland, and a huge part of that was thanks to our guide, Franceska—she was absolutely amazing.”

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Hurghada: Full-Day Scuba Diving Tour with 2 Sites and Lunch - What a first scuba session feels like
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Hurghada: Full-Day Scuba Diving Tour with 2 Sites and Lunch

15.Hurghada: Full-Day Scuba Diving Tour with 2 Sites and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 153 reviews · 7 hours · from $70

Spend about seven hours on the Red Sea with two supervised scuba sessions, lunch, drinks, and equipment included. Beginners and non-swimmers can go with an instructor such as Boudy, Abdo, or Hamdy, while certified divers have their own option. Expect manageable depths up to 10 meters, hotel pickup in central Hurghada, and a possible $5 park fee.

“Abdo Tohamy was the most amazing dive instructor and underwater photographer. He created the most beautiful videos and photos of our dives we felt safe, well informed and overall the whole crew of Lady Sara were perfect! Done several trips and this waa by far our favourite all round! thank you all xx”

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