Discover Scuba Aguadilla Shore Dive

No prior scuba diving experience is required to join a Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) experience in Aguadilla! This program is specifically designed for first-time divers who want to try scuba without committing to a full certification course.

• For snorkeling, yes—we provide flotation devices.
• For scuba diving, basic swimming skills are necessary to maneuver in the water, but Discovery Dives take place in calm, shallow waters with one-on-one instructor guidance.

Yes, all our dive instructors are SSI or PADI certified and trained in CPR and rescue techniques. As well our team regularly conducts safety training and drills.

Discovery Dives are for beginners with no experience. A professional instructor guides you through the entire process.

Certified Dives are for divers who already have an Open Water certification or higher and want to explore deeper sites.

Discovery Dives go to a maximum depth of 15 feet in shallow, calm water.

It is completely normal to feel nervous. Our instructors will help you relax and get comfortable, guiding you through breathing techniques before descending.

No we don't, please have your own transportation from the shop to the dive site.

The underwater life here is nothing short of incredible. You might spot majestic sea turtles, nurse sharks resting under ledges, or eagle rays cruising by in the blue. The reefs are alive with parrotfish, angelfish, trumpetfish, spotted drum fish, and octopus hiding among coral heads and lava rock crevices. In the Isabela area, you’ll find unique topography like underwater caves and deep reef slopes—accessible during the right seasonal conditions.

Diving in Puerto Rico is great year-round, with warm water and excellent visibility no matter the season. December to April typically offers the clearest visibility, while May to November brings warmer water temperatures, often reaching 84°F (29°C). There’s always amazing marine life to see, making any time a great time to dive!

Flying directly after scuba diving is incredibly dangerous and could result in a life-threatening illness called the Bends/Decompression Sickness. The Divers Alert Network (DAN) guidelines for flying after diving include:

• A single no-decompression dive, a minimum preflight surface or any driving to above 1000 ft (305 m) interval of 12 hours suggested.
• Multiple dives per day or multiple days of diving, a minimum preflight surface or any driving to above 1000ft (305m) interval of 18 hours is suggested.
• Dives requiring decompression stops are recommended to have longer than 18 hours.

Please discuss with your dive guide ahead of time what is suggested!

Any activity that brings you above 1000 ft (305 m) can trigger the Bends/Decompression Sickness. Please check your hike elevation to ensure that at no time you will be going up in elevation. If the hike does go to elevation, you must treat it like a preflight interval as listed above in the flying FAQ.

Common sunscreens contain chemicals that can harm coral reefs, as the particles are small enough to be absorbed by corals, causing toxicity and coral bleaching. Reef-friendly sunscreens are formulated without these harmful chemicals. Reef-SAFE sunscreens go a step further by using non-nano particles, which are too large for corals to ingest, helping to preserve marine ecosystems. 

Please avoid sunscreens with oxybenzone, octinoxate, and parabens. Consider wearing sun-protective clothing, like long-sleeve rash guards, as an alternative to sunscreen. If you choose a mineral-based sunscreen, ensure it is labeled ‘non-nano.’

You can dive with a beard or mustache but it can prevent a tight seal between the mask and your face, which may cause water to leak in. It is often recommended to shave at least your mustache before diving. If you’d prefer not to shave your mustache, please bring petroleum jelly or chapstick with you. If you coat your mustache in that chapstick or jelly, it may be able to seal and prevent water from getting in.

Glasses cannot be worn while diving, but contacts are perfectly fine and recommended for the best experience. Prescription masks are not available for rent, but you are welcome to bring your own.

Additionally, there is an automatic correction effect that occurs underwater due to light refraction, making things appear clearer, but contacts or a personal prescription mask will provide the best visibility.