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title: Scuba Diving in St Thomas
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: St Thomas
country: Caribbean
tours: 6
price_from_eur: 64
reviews_total: 1706
as_of: 2026-10-16
canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/scuba-diving-st-thomas/
---

# Scuba Diving in St Thomas

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## Guidekin's verdict (last checked October 7, 2026)

We compared all 6 scuba listings on this St Thomas page for first dives, certified wreck dives and what each booking includes.

- **First dive:** [Discover Scuba with No Certification](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/discover-scuba-diving-with-no-certification-in-st-thomas/?format=md). For a first dive without certification, get instruction and gear at €204 per person, rated 4.98 from 260 reviews; swimmers must be at least ten. Dive or snorkel at second spot. Trade-off: No free cancellation. — now €204 per person, 4.98 (260)
- **Wreck dives:** [Two Tank Dive](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/two-tank-dive/?format=md). For wrecks, take a boat dive with gear at €182 per person, rated 4.8 from 138 reviews; certification and proof of diving within two years are required. 3h 30m, two tanks. Trade-off: Certification and proof of diving within two years required. — now €182 per person, 4.8 (138)

Also compared:

- [Two Tank Dive for Certified Divers](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/two-tank-dive-for-certified-diving-in-st-thomas/?format=md): Two sites with boat and gear. Trade-off: Transport is not included. — now €174 per person, 4.96 (529)
- [Two Tank Morning Dive Trip](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/two-tank-morning-dive-trip-for-certified-divers/?format=md): Certified morning dives. Trade-off: Snorkeler costs €64 per person; scuba needs Certified Divers. — now €64 per person, 4.91 (640)
- [Private Half Day Dive Trip](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/private-half-day-dive-trip-in-st-thomas-virgin-islands/?format=md): Private dive and snorkel party. Trade-off: Transport to Saga Haven is excluded. — now €2398 per group/vehicle, 4.94 (89)
- [Discover Scuba, Discover Dive Bay](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/discover-scuba-diving-2/?format=md): Shallow water skills, bay dive. Trade-off: Boat dive is a separate option. — now €159 per person, 4.92 (50)

Commissions never affect the order.

## All 6 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Discover Scuba Diving with No Certification in St Thomas](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/discover-scuba-diving-with-no-certification-in-st-thomas/?format=md) |  | €204 per person | 4.98 (260) | 3h 30m | daily 08:30–14:00 | up to 12 per booking · instant · en |
| 2 | [Two-Tank Dive for Certified Diving in St Thomas](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/two-tank-dive-for-certified-diving-in-st-thomas/?format=md) |  | €174 per person | 4.96 (529) | 3h 30m | daily 06:00–14:00 | up to 14 per booking · instant · en |
| 3 | [Private Half-Day Dive trip in St Thomas Virgin Islands](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/private-half-day-dive-trip-in-st-thomas-virgin-islands/?format=md) | Private Tours | €2398 per group/vehicle | 4.94 (89) | 4h | daily 08:30–13:00 | private · up to 15 · instant · en |
| 4 | [Discover Scuba Diving](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/discover-scuba-diving-2/?format=md) |  | €159 per person | 4.92 (50) | 3h 30m | daily 08:30–13:30 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant |
| 5 | [Two-Tank Morning Dive Trip for Certified Divers](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/two-tank-morning-dive-trip-for-certified-divers/?format=md) |  | €64 per person | 4.91 (640) | 3h | daily 08:10 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 6 | [Two Tank Dive](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/tours/two-tank-dive/?format=md) |  | €182 per person | 4.8 (138) | 3h 30m | daily 09:00–13:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant |

## Why each made the list

- **Discover Scuba Diving with No Certification in St Thomas** — Try scuba without certification, then choose whether to dive or snorkel at the second spot after your first dive. Instruction, dive gear, snacks and drinks are included; swimmers must be at least ten, and transport is extra. 4.98 from 260 reviews at €204 per person for 3h 30m.
- **Two-Tank Dive for Certified Diving in St Thomas** — Dive at two sites off the southeast side of St Thomas while the crew handles equipment and tank changes. Scuba gear, in-water instruction, snacks and drinks are included; divers must be certified and arrange their own transport. 4.96 from 529 reviews at €174 per person for 3h 30m.
- **Private Half-Day Dive trip in St Thomas Virgin Islands** — Choose dive sites, weather permitting, on a private tour for your party, priced per group. Scuba gear, snorkeling equipment, snacks and drinks are included; capable open-water swimming is required, plus certification for certified dives. 4.94 from 89 reviews at €2398 per group/vehicle for 4h.
- **Discover Scuba Diving** — Learn scuba skills in shallow water before a bay dive, with a boat dive option after successful completion of the introductory experience. Instruction, all scuba equipment and a booklet are included; moderate fitness is required. 4.92 from 50 reviews at €159 per person for 3h 30m.
- **Two-Tank Morning Dive Trip for Certified Divers** — This morning trip offers a two-tank dive for certified divers, with a separate snorkeler booking option. Scuba equipment, snorkel equipment and water are included; moderate physical fitness is required, and the diving option requires certification. 4.91 from 640 reviews at €64 per person for 3h.
- **Two Tank Dive** — This two-tank boat dive explores Caribbean reefs and shipwrecks with underwater guidance. All dive equipment, water and fruit are included; certification and evidence of diving within the past two years are required. 4.8 from 138 reviews at €182 per person for 3h 30m.

## Other collections in St Thomas

- [Private Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/private-tours-st-thomas/?format=md) — 51 tours
- [Snorkeling Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/snorkeling-tours-st-thomas/?format=md) — 48 tours
- [Catamaran & Sailing Trips](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/catamaran-sails-st-thomas/?format=md) — 36 tours
- [Cruise Ship Excursions](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/cruise-excursions-st-thomas/?format=md) — 34 tours
- [St John Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/st-john-tours/?format=md) — 24 tours
- [Private Boat Charters](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/private-boat-charters-st-thomas/?format=md) — 21 tours
- [Sunset Cruises](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/sunset-cruises-st-thomas/?format=md) — 18 tours
- [Island Sightseeing Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/island-tours-st-thomas/?format=md) — 15 tours
- [Parasailing, Jet Ski & Kayaks](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/water-sports-st-thomas/?format=md) — 13 tours
- [Night Kayak & Bioluminescence](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/night-kayak-bioluminescence-st-thomas/?format=md) — 4 tours

## FAQ

**Do I need certification for scuba diving in St Thomas?**

You do not need certification for Discover Scuba with No Certification. Two Tank Dive's reef and wreck outing requires certification and proof of recent diving. For example, Discover Scuba with No Certification includes instruction and gear at €204 per person, rated 4.98 from 260 reviews. Two Tank Dive includes boat and gear at €182 per person, rated 4.8 from 138 reviews. Explore beginner and certified dives: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/scuba-diving-st-thomas/

**How much does scuba diving in St Thomas cost, and how long does a trip take?**

Budget €174 per person for Two Tank Dive for Certified Divers and allow half a day; Two Tank Morning Dive Trip's starting fare is for a snorkeler. Median listed per-person price: €174. Median trip length: 3.5 hours. Two Tank Dive for Certified Divers: €174 per person, rated 4.96 from 529 reviews. Two Tank Morning Dive Trip: €64 per person, rated 4.91 from 640 reviews. That fare covers a snorkeler; scuba requires the Certified Divers option. Explore price and duration filters: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/filters/

**How is a private scuba trip priced compared with a shared dive in St Thomas?**

The Private Half Day Dive Trip suits a private party mixing diving and snorkeling. Budget per boat and divide the boat price by your party size; shared dive prices are per person. Listings: 1 private and 5 shared. Private Half Day Dive Trip costs €2,398 per boat, rated 4.94 from 89 reviews. The shared per-person median is €174. This is a spread between different products, not a premium for the same dive. See private scuba trips: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/scuba-diving-st-thomas/?tour_type=private

**Can someone with limited mobility join a scuba trip in St Thomas?**

For wheelchair access, start with the shared listings: 2 are operator-marked. Those flags do not establish whether boarding or the dive itself suits your needs. Operator-marked wheelchair access: 2 of 6 trips overall. Private trips marked accessible: none. Filter first, then confirm boarding and in-water support with the operator. Private Half Day Dive Trip is €2,398 per boat, rated 4.94 from 89 reviews; it has no wheelchair-accessible flag. Filter operator-marked access: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/scuba-diving-st-thomas/?wheelchair=true

**Do scuba trips in St Thomas include equipment and a boat dive?**

For boat and gear together, use Two Tank Dive for Certified Divers; Discover Scuba's bay session makes the boat dive a separate option. For example, Two Tank Dive for Certified Divers includes boat and gear: €174 per person, rated 4.96 from 529 reviews. Discover Scuba, Discover Dive Bay: €159 per person, rated 4.92 from 50 reviews, for shallow water skills and a bay dive. Its boat dive is a separate option. Explore boat and bay dive options: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/scuba-diving-st-thomas/

**Is hotel pickup included with St Thomas scuba trips?**

Plan to reach the dive meeting point yourself; the Private Half Day Dive Trip, for example, excludes transport to Saga Haven. Hotel pickup is listed for none of 6 scuba trips. For example, Private Half Day Dive Trip is €2,398 per boat, rated 4.94 from 89 reviews. Review the private dive option: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-thomas/scuba-diving-st-thomas/?tour_type=private


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