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Certified Open Water+ Required · Viator Code 31262P1

Two-Tank Certified Scuba Diving Tour at Catalina Islands & North Island

Who This Outing Fits: Certified divers staying in Flamingo, Potrero, Conchal, or Tamarindo seeking volcanic wall dives, white-tip reef sharks, and seasonal giant Pacific manta rays.

Classification: Certified Diver Trip

Departure Area & Boat Boarding Point: Catalina Islands (from Flamingo / Potrero) — Potrero / Flamingo Bay Dive Center (hotel pickup available in Flamingo, Potrero, Conchal, Brasilito & Tamarindo)

Hotel Pickup Coverage: Complimentary or zone-based hotel pickup across Flamingo, Potrero, Brasilito, Conchal & Tamarindo; confirm exact pickup time on booking

Required Certification & Experience: Open Water Diver certification or higher (PADI, SSI, NAUI, CMAS); recent dive within 12–24 months recommended

Total Outing Duration vs. Underwater Time: 5 hours total outing (approx. 35–45 min boat ride each way + two 40–45 min guided dives + surface interval) (2 guided ocean tank dives). Note: listed duration covers the entire boat excursion including check-in, transit, and surface interval.

Included Equipment: 2 aluminum 80 cu ft tanks, weights, weight belt, and full scuba gear (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins) included per operator listing

Operator Age, Swimming & Medical Rules: Minimum age 12+ with Junior Open Water / Open Water certification; must complete standard diver medical check

Verified Inclusions: 2 guided dives at Catalina Islands, PADI/SSI divemaster guide, tanks & weights, full rental gear, boat transport, water & fruit snacks during surface interval

Exclusions / Optional Extras: Gratuities, Nitrox fills (available on request for Nitrox-certified divers), underwater photography package

Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure (full refund via Viator / GetYourGuide)

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Two-Tank Certified Scuba Diving Tour at Catalina Islands & North Island

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Two-Tank Certified Scuba Diving Tour at Catalina Islands & North Island

Departure & Boarding:: Potrero / Flamingo Bay Dive Center (hotel pickup available in Flamingo, Potrero, Conchal, Brasilito & Tamarindo)
Pickup Coverage:: Complimentary or zone-based hotel pickup across Flamingo, Potrero, Brasilito, Conchal & Tamarindo; confirm exact pickup time on booking
Qualification Required:: Open Water Diver certification or higher (PADI, SSI, NAUI, CMAS); recent dive within 12–24 months recommended
Outing Duration & Dives:: 5 hours total outing (approx. 35–45 min boat ride each way + two 40–45 min guided dives + surface interval) (2 guided ocean tank dives)
Equipment Included:: 2 aluminum 80 cu ft tanks, weights, weight belt, and full scuba gear (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins) included per operator listing
Age & Participation:: Minimum age 12+ with Junior Open Water / Open Water certification; must complete standard diver medical check
Cancellation:: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure (full refund via Viator / GetYourGuide)

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