08:30, 09:30, 12:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
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Guidekin's take
A try dive from the beach in Rincón with no more than four guests per instructor, a marine life briefing at a real training centre and every piece of gear provided.
Shore entry means no boat and no seasickness, but you drive yourself the few minutes to the entry point. 4.85 from 71 reviews at €126 per person.
In our comparison: #5 of 11 in Scuba Diving, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
Max 4 guests per PADI certified instructor. Spanish instruction available on request.
All scuba equipment is provided including mask, fins, BCD (buoyancy control device), regulator, tank, and weights. No personal gear required — just show up in your swimsuit.
Bring your water bottle for free refills from our filtered rainwater collection
Transportation to beach entry point (own vehicle required — 5 min drive from dive center)
Reef safe sunscreen (available for purchase at dive center
Gratuities
Optional rentals available: wetsuit
Optional rentals available: underwater camera and memory card
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
Reviews
4.8
71 ratings Tripadvisor 66 · Viator 5
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 69 of 71
Star breakdown of all 71 ratings
5 stars
64 · 90%
4 stars
5 · 7%
3 stars
1 · 1%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
1 · 1%
What reviewers say
Reviewers praise patient instruction and reef life; murky water can limit what divers see.
Praised
Patient instructors help nervous beginners get comfortable underwater
Clear explanations and practice in shallow water prepare beginners for the dive
Reviewers enjoy exploring coral reefs and spotting a variety of fish
Small groups and personal attention help beginners feel comfortable
Complaints
Some report murky water, while others describe clear visibility
Some beginners initially struggle with ear pressure or breathing through the regulator
Written by Guidekin from the 70 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (8 January 2019 to 15 June 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
Meet at Rincon Diving and Snorkeling, Road 115, Km 12.0, Rincon. After check-in and equipment orientation, you will follow the guide/Instructor in your own transportation to the entry point 5 minutes from the Shop .. Guides CAN NOT carry passengers. EXPERIENCE WILL END at the BEACH. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:30, 09:30, 12:30 daily; scheduled through September 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Rincon Diving & Snorkeling; booking and payment are completed on Viator
About this tour, from the operator
No experience needed — just the desire to go deeper. This is your chance to breathe underwater, explore a live coral reef, and find out what scuba diving actually feels like before committing to a full certification course.
Learn at a real training facility, professional certified instructors, a full marine life and eco briefing, and groups of no more than four people per instructor — not a rushed experience run out of a truck.
All dives are shore entries from the beach — no boat involved and zero risk of motion sickness. You walk in from the sand, which means the experience is more relaxed from the start and accessible to travelers who'd rather skip the boat altogether.
You'll dive Tres Palmas Marine Reserve and Black Eagle Beach, two of Rincón's most stunning underwater sites
Ability to swim is required. Prior snorkeling experience recommended but not essential..
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Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
First, there's the paperwork to do at Check-in. You'll need to provide us with some basic personal information and answer some questions on your medical history.
Diving within 18 hours before flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
Certain Medical Conditions will prevent you from participating in this course. If you feel you might have a medical condition, contact Dive Center prior to booking.
Children
Minimum age is 10, however, this activity may not be suitable for all children 10-14. Please call Dive Center before booking online if you have a child under the age of 14 participating
Accessibility
WEATHER RELATED CANCELLATIONS*: We reserve the right to cancel or reroute tours up until the last minute due to weather, safety, or other uncontrollable circumstances. In this case, we will try to reschedule, agree on another more accessible destination or, if necessary, give a full refund.
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Approximate time for completion: Half day (3-5 hours)
After Check-in, you will meet your instructor and relax in our Training area to watch a short video which explains the course details.
Thereafter, we will begin equipment fitting, training and briefing from your Instructor. This check-in process will take approximately 45 minutes depending on the size of the group.
All activities START at the dive center and END on the beach--NO BOAT IS REQUIRED for a great experience. Transportation from the dive center to the beach (5 min. drive) is not provided. Limited taxis available in area.
At the beginning of the first dive, you will learn some basic diving skills in shallow water with your instructor, and then you're off exploring the same coral reefs as certified divers. You'll have a dive instructor with you at all times and can dive to a maximum depth of 12m, around 39 feet.
If you have chosen a second dive option, we will take an hour long break and conduct an additional briefing. We move to different coral reef where you'll go on the second dive with your instructor.
If you really loved the Discover Scuba Diving introductory dives then your next step is to get certified with the PADI Open Water Diver course.
ALL GUESTS**: APPLY REEF SAFE SUNSCREEN and DRINK plenty of WATER BEFORE arrival. Reef safe sunscreen is sunscreens that does not contain oxybenzone. Most sunscreens containing natural minerals such as zinc oxide are better for the reef. Reef Safe sunscreen available for purchase in dive center as well.
WHAT TO BRING: Wear a SWIMSUIT and bring a TOWEL with you. Water temperature average is low-mid 80's Farenheit so additional thermal protection is not generally required.
IF YOU ARE ON A **DISCOVER SCUBA ADVENTURE TOUR**: It is suggested that you wear a t-shirt or sun SHIRT to avoid sunburn and abrasion from the equipment . Bring additional sunscreen to be used if needed. All equipment necessary for tour will be provided. If you have your own snorkeling/dive equipment, feel free to bring it for best personal fit.
IF you are on a Discover Scuba Diving tour and **YOU WILL BE FLYING WITHIN 18 HOURS** AFTER your tour, you can NOT participate in this tour.
Participants should be able to swim. Prior snorkeling experience helpful.
We look forward to welcoming you at RINCON DIVING & SNORKELING.
Good to know
Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
Age 10+ Minimum age is 10, however, this activity may not…
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Ranked #5 of 11 in Scuba Diving by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €64 to €210, median €126; typical length 2h 30m. 0 of 11 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 11 Scuba Diving