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The World’s 15 Best One-Day Dive Trips

44 dives  ·  from $22 a head

Every trip has one free morning too few. These 15 one-day dive trips justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide quickly and get back in the water.

Cairns: Premium Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip - The 90-minute trip from Cairns
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Cairns: Premium Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip

1.Premium Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,528 reviews · 8 hours · from $166Our pick

From Cairns, Divers Den takes you aboard AquaQuest to two outer reef sites at Norman, Saxon, or Hastings reefs. You get guided snorkelling, equipment, wetsuit or lycra suit, prescription masks, meals, hot showers, and time for swimming or scuba. Staff including Vanessa and Mazie help nervous first-time participants feel at ease.

“staff were very friendly and informative. snorkeling kit was good, we felt safe at all times food was decent provided us sea sickness pills (~$5)”

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Ko Tao: Try Scuba Diving 1-Day Experience - Meeting at Sairee Beach at 9:30am
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Ko Tao: Try Scuba Diving 1-Day Experience

2.Try Scuba Diving 1-Day Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 452 reviews · from $77

Spend a full day learning basic scuba skills with LBD Diving Koh Tao, starting at 9:30am at Sairee Beach. After a safety briefing, quiz, and shallow-water practice, you reach up to 12 meters with an instructor such as Nico, Armand, or Alberto. A second underwater session costs 1,000 baht.

“Incredible time on this tour with our instructor Nikolas. We felt we really understood all of the procedures before entering the water which made the experience feel safe and enjoyable. Would definitely book with this company again!”

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Hurghada Diving Adventure one Day with two Dives Boat Trip - What happens on the boat
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Hurghada Diving Adventure one Day with two Dives Boat Trip

3.Hurghada Diving Adventure one Day with two Dives Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 238 reviews · from $26Best value

Join Aquarius Diving Club from its base at the Hurghada Marriott for a seven-hour Red Sea boat trip. You get two guided underwater sessions, lunch, drinks, equipment support, and hotel pickup within Hurghada. Non-swimmers can join for snorkeling, while children up to age six may come free with family.

“We had an amazing experience with Acquarius Diving Club in Hurghada! We are a couple and had already gone on a snorkeling trip the day before with another company, but it was not in the least comparable to what we experienced with them. With Acquarius, we did botRead moreAuto-translated”

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Day Trip certified divers - 3 Dives in Tulamben (pick-up & drop-off included) - What the 7am pickup really means
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Day Trip certified divers – 3 Dives in Tulamben (pick-up & drop-off included)

4.Day Trip certified divers – 3 Dives in Tulamben (pick-up & drop-off included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · from $149

Leave your South Bali hotel at 7am for Tulamben, where an instructor such as Rifki, Komang, or Yoko guides three scuba sessions: the USS Liberty wreck plus two sites of your choice. Equipment, lunch, hot drinks, Wi-Fi, and return transport are included. Expect a long road day, especially on the way back.

“It had been 5 years since our previous dive, so we did the refresher course with our first dive. Our Instructor, Rifki? was very patient and supportive. Our second and third dives were with Komang. Komang gave us great pre dive briefs and hRead more”

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Scuba Diving Day Trip at Koh Chang – 2 Dives - Koh Rang National Park: the relaxed route
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Scuba Diving Day Trip at Koh Chang – 2 Dives

5.Scuba Diving Day Trip at Koh Chang – 2 Dives

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 150 reviews · from $130

Spend about eight hours exploring Koh Chang’s underwater sites with BB Divers. Certified scuba participants may visit the HTMS Chang wreck or Koh Rang National Park, with guides such as Oscar, Steve, Max, or Chang, depending on the day. Equipment, hotel transfers, snacks, drinks, and buffet lunch are included.

“I went on 2 diving trips with BB divers represented by Oscar the boatmaster and his team. They took really good care of me and we had lovely and safe dives around the national park and the local military wreck. The equipment is well maintaiRead more”

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Nusa Penida Day Trip for 3 dives - Three underwater sessions, three chances to see more
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Nusa Penida Day Trip for 3 dives

6.Nusa Penida Day Trip for 3 dives

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 127 reviews · from $190

Join Bali Scuba for three guided scuba sessions around Nusa Penida, reached by speedboat from Sanur. Expect strong currents, cooler water, manta rays, reef life, and a chance of seasonal mola-mola. Transfers, lunch, tanks, weights, and two Nitrox tanks are included, while equipment hire is extra.

“I have been with BaliScuba since I started my discovery diving last Oct 2024 and taken my Padi open water Diving course in April 2025. It was a fantastic experience with my instructor Mr Farish and his teammates Mr Sila and the rest ! Each diving and snorkeling makes a different experience in different locations .”

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Bali Diving Day Trip-Manta Point/Tulamben Shipwreck-Fun Dive - The early start from Seminyak and Sanur
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Bali Diving Day Trip-Manta Point/Tulamben Shipwreck-Fun Dive

7.Bali Diving Day Trip-Manta Point/Tulamben Shipwreck-Fun Dive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · from $95

Start with a 7 a.m. pickup and travel from Sanur to Tulamben for two guided shore sessions at the USAT Liberty, a World War II wreck covered in coral. The package includes equipment, lunch, water, porter fees, and transfers from Sanur, Kuta, or Seminyak. Groups are capped at six, with no more than three people per divemaster.

“Absolutely awesome experience for non-divers, everything is explained and it is very easy for a beginner to experience a great dive on a stunning ship wreck site. We felt safe and are happy we did this on our vacation here in Bali.”

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Koh Tao 2-Dive Day Trip from Koh Samui for certified divers - Choosing among Koh Tao’s possible sites
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Koh Tao 2-Dive Day Trip from Koh Samui for certified divers

8.Koh Tao 2-Dive Day Trip from Koh Samui for certified divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · from $187

Travel from Koh Samui to Koh Tao for two guided scuba sessions at sites chosen for the day’s weather and sea conditions. Certified divers can explore reefs, fish, turtles, and possibly Chumphon Pinnacle with guides such as Sam or Man. The trip includes equipment, lunch, drinks, hotel transfers, and a group of up to 17 people.

“Long boat ride but well worth it. Very welcoming team which make you feel relaxed and welcome from the start. Will definitely be coming back.”

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Cairns: Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip - First impressions at the Outer Great Barrier Reef
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Cairns: Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip

9.Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 81 reviews · 8 hours · from $240

Travel 90 minutes from Cairns Marina to two Outer Great Barrier Reef sites on Norman, Saxon, or Hastings reefs. You get up to four hours in the water, with guided snorkeling, beginner scuba options, certified scuba, equipment, wet suits, lunch, showers, and friendly English-speaking crew.

“Great day’s scuba diving with a qualified guide. Excellent support and help with equipment and entering/leaving the water from all the crew. Plentiful fresh salad lunch, muffins and fruit and water. A wonderful experience!”

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Rottnest Island Boat Dive Day Trip including Lunch - Two boat sessions around caverns and swim-throughs
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Rottnest Island Boat Dive Day Trip including Lunch

10.Rottnest Island Boat Dive Day Trip including Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 77 reviews · from $186

Join Blue Destiny Boat Charters from Fremantle for an eight-hour day on a 68-foot twin-deck catamaran near Rottnest Island. You get two boat-based scuba sessions, one air cylinder, snorkelling gear, lunch, drinks, snacks, and the marine waters levy. The boat does not stop on the island, though drop-off may be available for a fee.

“We loved the day on the water. Visiability was good. 1st dive was a bit deep, however the second dive was wonderful. The crew were fantastic and the food delicious. Thank you Blue Destiny for an unforgettable experience.”

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Scuba Diving in Phuket – Full-Day Trip (3 Dives, All Included) - What the Racha Islands can add
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Scuba Diving in Phuket – Full-Day Trip (3 Dives, All Included)

11.Scuba Diving in Phuket – Full-Day Trip (3 Dives, All Included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $179

Join Blue Divecenter at 7:00 am for a 10-hour Phuket scuba trip with three underwater stops around Racha Islands, Phuket Marine Park, and Phi Phi. Your day includes equipment, breakfast, lunch, snacks, transfers in selected areas, and guidance from instructors such as Bon, Julie, Joy, and Orn. Non-certified participants pay an extra 1,000 THB.

“I love having te private option due to needing to descend slower then others. I don’t feel like I am holding anyone up. The dive master took great photos and even some videos. I wish they would put the days (as there is a set schedule) in the description. I would have booked a day later if I had known they had Phi Phi island and Shark point the day after.”

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Dubrovnik: 1-Day Discover Scuba Diving Course - What the first session is like
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Dubrovnik: 1-Day Discover Scuba Diving Course

12.1-Day Discover Scuba Diving Course

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 56 reviews · 1 day · from $176

Spend a full day learning scuba basics, practicing with an English or German instructor, and taking two guided underwater sessions in the Adriatic. Blue Planet meets you at Dubrovnik Palace hotel, supplies all equipment, and registers you with PADI so the day can count toward Open Water Diver certification.

“Scuba diving with Blue Planet. Lovely, efficient team. Good dives with Michele pointing out octopus, various fish, starfish etc.”

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From Phi Phi: Half-Day Trip for Certified Divers (2 Dives) - What the five-hour schedule feels like
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From Phi Phi: Half Day Trip for Certified Divers (2 Dives)

13.From Phi Phi: Half Day Trip for Certified Divers (2 Dives)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · from $94

Join Blue View Divers from Ton Sai Pier for two guided scuba sessions around Phi Phi’s reefs, Bida Islands, and Phi Phi Leh. Certified participants who have dived within the past year can expect small groups, equipment, lunch, a longtail boat ride, and a chance to spot turtles, sharks, clownfish, barracuda, and moray eels.

“Great dive with incredible sea life. Instructor Luck was also great and so was the rest of the crew!”

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From Phi Phi: Beginner Scuba Diving Day Trip with 2 Dives - The online preparation and check-in matter
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From Phi Phi: Beginner Scuba Diving Day Trip with 2 Dives

14.From Phi Phi: Beginner Scuba Diving Day Trip with 2 Dives

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 40 reviews · 5 hours · from $125

Blue View Divers takes you from Phi Phi Don to the reefs around Phi Phi Leh for two beginner scuba sessions, each limited to a small group of up to two participants. Expect PADI instruction, a maximum depth of 12 metres, Thai lunch, fruit, and warm water, with guidance from instructors such as José and Michael.

“Das war ein wunderbarer Tag ! Gut organisiert, super nettes Team, meine ersten 2 Tauchgänge waren richtig entspannt und ich konnte mich voll auf meine 1:1 betreuende Tauchlehrerin verlassen . Mittagessen auf dem Boot, gekühltes Wasser, Obst, an alles war gedacht. Perfekt !👌”

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Premium Guided Scuba Diving Day Trip for Certified Divers - M/V Matchanu and the value of a small boat
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Premium Guided Scuba Diving Day Trip for Certified Divers

15.Premium Guided Scuba Diving Day Trip for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $162

Meet Aloha Diving at Chalong at 8:00 am for a full day aboard M/V Matchanu, a small boat carrying up to 10 to 12 divers. Certified divers can enjoy flexible timing, varied Phuket sites, lunch, snacks, drinks, and attentive guides such as Mona, Simon, and Alice. Scuba equipment costs extra.

“If you want to go scuba diving in Phuket Thailand, you want to go with Aloha Diving. The team is very professional and experienced. We dove with them for a week and would go back to them again. I would give them more stars if I could.”

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