--- title: Aruba Certified Scuba Diving lang: en type: tour city: Aruba country: Caribbean price: 71 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 337 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en, nl, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Certified diver? rank_in_category: 3 of 9 (Scuba Diving) schedule_checked: 2026-09-19 data_updated: 2026-09-20 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/aruba-certified-scuba-diving/ --- # Aruba Certified Scuba Diving **Guidekin's take:** Boat dives for certified divers with a choice of a two tank morning or a one tank afternoon, with or without rental gear, plus a refresh option and a non certified afternoon tier; snack and drink on board. Show your certification, get yourself to the dive centre, and leave a day before flying. 4.87 from 337 reviews at €71 per person. **Certified diver?:** One Tank own gear tier at €71 per person; two tanks and rental gear are pricier tiers, snack on board; no pickup, no flying next day. 4.87 from 337 reviews. Trade-off: From price is one tank with own gear; no pickup. (last checked September 19, 2026) ## Overview Discover a different side of Aruba beneath the Caribbean! At Aruba Watersports Center, our experienced, certified dive team welcomes you with a relaxed, personal approach and helps you make the most of your time underwater. Choose the experience that fits your day: * 2-tank morning dive for a full morning of exploration * 1-tank afternoon dive for a shorter experience * Private dives available by request * Equipment storage — $20 for guests diving several days * Bring your own gear or rent ours * Enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks onboard Explore Aruba’s famous wrecks, reefs and drift-dive locations. Depending on the weather, sea conditions, visibility and your experience, you may visit the Antilla Wreck, Pedernales Wreck, Arashi Reef or Star Gerren. Looking for a different type of dive? Check out our night dives and PADI courses for more ways to explore Aruba. Learn more on our website; Aruba Watersports Center ## Key facts - Price: from €71 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.87/5 from 337 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Aruba Watersports Center - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Cert. Dive 1-Tank own gear | €71 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Dutch, Spanish | 1-Tank Scuba Dive package for certified divers with own gear. | | Cert. Dive 1-Tank rental gear | €80 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Dutch, Spanish | 1-Tank Scuba Dive package for certified divers without own gear. | | Certified-Refresh Dive | €86 / person | English, Dutch, Spanish | For certified divers who need a refresh dive. | | Cert. Dive 2-Tank own gear | €102 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Dutch, Spanish | 2-Tank Scuba Dive package for certified divers with their own gear. Own BCD & own Regulator. | | Non-certified Dive Afternoon | €106 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Dutch, Spanish | Classroom, pool skills & one dive at The Pedernales Paradise, for the anyone who is not certified. | | Cert. Dive 2-Tank rental gear | €124 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Dutch | 2-Tank Scuba Dive package for certified divers without own gear. | ## What's included - MPORTANT NOTE: 24 hours before flying after your final dive - Dive boat - Use of scuba gear (if option selected) - When Rental scuba equipment: BCD, regulator, tanks, mask, fins - Complimentary snack and drink onboard - Local taxes included - Certified dive professional / experienced dive crew - Dive briefing and safety instructions - Minimum 2 people required for diving. - 1 or 2 tanks depending on option selected ## Not included - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Gratuities - Equipment storage $20, optional - Private dive available by request; extra charge applies ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 08:30, 13:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-19 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Please check in 30 minutes before departure. Meet us at Aruba Watersports Center on Palm Beach, in the large brown beachfront building between Hilton Aruba and Barceló Aruba. The Bread Basket and Dazzling Turtle are in the same building. "How to find us" Video is on our website. ## Good to know - 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 a high level of physical fitness - Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive - "How to find us" Video: https://youtu.be/qe5WRcWRjC8 ## How it compares in Scuba Diving Ranked **#3 of 9** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. [Aruba Private Scuba Diving One-to-One Experience](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/aruba-private-scuba-diving-one-to-one-experience/?format=md) — €106 per person, 4.91 (274) 2. [Guided Padi Discover Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/guided-padi-discover-scuba-diving-for-non-certified-divers/?format=md) — €106 per person, 5.0 (53) 3. 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