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Panama City Scuba Diving: Beginner-Friendly Tour
4.8
215 Ratings
Lower Grand Lagoon
Experience the thrill of scuba diving in Panama City with our beginner-friendly tour. No swimming skills or previous experience required. Dive into the local marine environment and capture your best moments with complimentary GoPro videos and photos.
Experience the thrill of scuba diving in Panama City with our beginner-friendly tour. No swimming skills or previous experience required. Dive into the local marine environment and capture your best moments with complimentary GoPro videos and photos.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Saint Andrews Park Road - CHECK-IN time is 15 MIN prior to your tour time at the DIVE SITE. \nRemove any foundation/makeup/sunscreen from your face prior to arrival. Thank you!\n\nRequirements:\n - Must be in reasonable physical and mental health\n - Must be at least 10 years old\n\nINCLUDED: All necessary gear \nFREE Videos \nNO EXPERIENCE NEEDED…
- Saint Andrews Park Road - CHECK-IN time is 15 MIN prior to your tour time at the DIVE SITE. \nRemove any foundation/makeup/sunscreen from your face prior to arrival. Thank you!\n\nRequirements:\n - Must be in reasonable physical and mental health\n - Must be at least 10 years old\n\nINCLUDED: All necessary gear \nFREE Videos \nNO EXPERIENCE NEEDED \nNO SWIMMING SKILLS NEEDED \nNO CERTIFICATE NEEDED \n\nWHAT TO EXPECT: \nYour Dive Instructor will meet you at the St. Andrews State Park Jetties public area pavilions, located at the end of the parking lot. \nFirst, he will starts with a safety breafing to introduce you the fundamentals of scuba diving. Next, he will proceed to the shore diving site and teach you some basic diving skills in shallow water(3ft). When you get comfortable breathing underwater, and become familiar with the safety skills, then the scuba dive begins. The duration of the activity depends on group size, water comfort level, performance and air consumption.\nYour Instructor will make sure you are comfortable, carefree, safe, and you are having unforgettable time during your tour.\n\nWhat to bring:\n- TOWEL\n- SMART PHONE (‘Quik’ app) - to download your GoPro pictures and videos\n- CASH to tip your instructor
What's Included
- SCUBA equipment provided
- Professional instructor-led dives
- All required gear included
- Safety briefing and orientation
- Underwater photography available
- Lunch and refreshments provided
- Transport to dive sites
- Marine park fees included
- Small group sizes for personalized experience
- Exotic marine life encounters
- SCUBA equipment provided
- Professional instructor-led dives
- All required gear included
- Safety briefing and orientation
- Underwater photography available
- Lunch and refreshments provided
- Transport to dive sites
- Marine park fees included
- Small group sizes for personalized experience
- Exotic marine life encounters
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Parking fee $8
- Gratuities
- Parking fee $8
Additional Information
For those interested in experiencing scuba diving for the first time, the Try Diving Activity tour is an ideal choice. Enjoy complimentary GoPro videos and photos capturing your memorable moments. No swimming skills or prior experience are necessary. Explore the local marine environment and learn essential scuba diving skills, all while in the company…
For those interested in experiencing scuba diving for the first time, the Try Diving Activity tour is an ideal choice. Enjoy complimentary GoPro videos and photos capturing your memorable moments. No swimming skills or prior experience are necessary. Explore the local marine environment and learn essential scuba diving skills, all while in the company of friends or family and guided by a professional PADI Instructor. This is the perfect introduction to the underwater world. All required equipment is provided.
- All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire 1 day prior to your tour. Some pre-existing medical conditions such as asthma, heart/back surgery may prevent you from diving.
- Flying up to 12 hours post diving is not recommended.
Location
Saint Andrews Park Road
For your ease copy GPS coordinates: 30.125381, -85.732840 in Google maps (NOT Apple maps)
After the entrance take the first right (one way). Turn right on the second parking lot - "Jetties".
Or ask at the gate for the "Jetties parking lot". Your instructor will meet you at the public area pavilions.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(215 Ratings)
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Angela_p
Apr 7, 2026
Do it! - The whole experience from start to finish was great. The instructor was very informative, patient, and guided us the entire way. We got some amazing photos too.
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Rene_g
Apr 4, 2026
Family fun - Malin was very helpful with two of our divers who were anxious. Great experience for everyone highly recommend for an introduction to scuba for the family.
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Sami_j
Apr 2, 2026
Our family had the best time! - Malin did a fantastic job keep our family engaged and excited for their first time ever scuba diving. And eve for most of us, time even being in an ocean! They had a blast and we will definitely look him up next time we come back to the area! They are still talking about it and was brought up to be their favorite part of their vacation so far! 🥰🙌
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Brionnar675
Apr 2, 2026
AMAZING - Malin was an amazing instructor! He was calm and very reassuring! He went over everything multiple times and always asked how everyone felt and very understanding if someone wasn’t comfortable with continuing! Definitely recommend
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Jarine_t
Mar 31, 2026
Scuba experience - Great instructor very patient and knowledgeable . Went and seen a few Aquatic animals . …………………………..
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Kayla_p
Mar 30, 2026
Fantastic. - This was such a great experience for my two teenagers (15 and 17). They loved every second. Their instructor was patient and explained everything thoroughly. He made sure they were safe and had a great time. There were a ton of pictures provided, and my kids have already said they can’t wait to do it again when we come back to PCB. I highly recommend this. You won’t be disappointed with your experience.
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Bellahk2026
Mar 27, 2026
A perfect first dive experience - Had such a fun time! Would highly recommend for beginners. Our instructor was super patient and made everything easy to understand. Definitely will go again!
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B5169kyxaviers
Mar 24, 2026
Scuba diving is good - Very fun, and instructor was patient and safe. Would recommend.
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Bradley_b
Mar 22, 2026
Perfect first time dive experience - What an amazing experience! Malin was incredible. My son and I have never done more than snorkel before, so he was very patient and did a great job walking us through everything. We read the description and his multiple communications about being a little early, so we actually beat him (which he appreciated). He gives you good instructions and makes sure you understand before moving on to the next step. Once in the water, he went over things a second time in shallow water, made sure you were comfortable with breathing techniques, your mask fit properly, and went over the hand signals again. Once down there, he started us out slowly, checked on us often, and most importantly: took a TON of pics! At one point, I started to panic a bit bc water got in my mask, and he was immediately there, communicating and calming me down, help d adjust my mask, and then we were off again. We saw several animals, from as small as a little pipefish to a grouper that was as big as me! In total we were down for over 30 minutes, and he did take us down to about 10 feet. Hands down a fantastic instructor for a first timer. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone. My only 2 pieces of advice, especially during peak season and groups: get there early (plan for traffic, it’s a beach town and a POPULAR state park), and concentrate on slow and steady breathing. Hope this help!
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Jku9184xb
Mar 20, 2026
Best time ever - We had the absolute best time. Amazing experience! Early anniversary present and the instructor hit the que perfectly.
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