Dive guide · DIVING WITH TURTLES

The 15 Best Places to Dive with Turtles

29 dives  ·  from $47 a head

Green and hawksbill turtles hold territory, which is why some sites deliver them almost every dive. These 15 are the reliable ones, shallow enough for beginners, priced and timed.

Beginner Scuba Diving with Turtles and Videos, San Juan - Why the shore entry is a smart choice for beginners
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Beginner Scuba Diving with Turtles and Videos, San Juan

1.Beginner Scuba Diving with Turtles and Videos, San Juan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,743 reviews · from $109Our pick

Learn scuba basics from instructors such as Jordan, Andrew, Matt, Scott, or David, then enter the Caribbean from Escambrón Beach. This shore-based session suits beginners age 8 and up, with equipment, instruction, underwater wildlife, and complimentary videos included. Plan on 1 to 1.5 hours from check-in through video download.

“My boyfriend and I had an awesome time scuba diving! Our guide Andrew was great. He was very informative on how to use the equipment and kept checking in on us to make sure we were 👌🏼. Would highly recommend for anyone who’s it is their first time diving.”

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Tenerife: Your First Scuba Diving Experience in Turtle Area - The 15-minute speedboat ride is part of the fun
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Tenerife: Your First Scuba Diving Experience in Turtle Area

2.Your First Scuba Diving Experience in Turtle Area

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,679 reviews · 3 hours · from $84

Meet your PADI instructor at Puerto Colón in Costa Adeje for a 30-minute safety briefing, then take a speedboat to Tenerife’s turtle area. You’ll spend about 25 minutes using scuba equipment to a maximum of 12 meters, followed by guided snorkeling. Instructors such as Max, Ramona, Elena, and Tobi are known for calm, patient support.

“Was an amazing experience. Elena is a great guide. She was super friendly good vibes and also showing us lots of fun poses to do underwater. Would definitely recommend😊 She's also really good at spotting sea animals!!”

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Tenerife: Beginner's Dive at a Spot with Turtle Sightings - The 15-minute speedboat ride south
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Tenerife: Beginner’s Dive at a Spot with Turtle Sightings

3.Beginner’s Dive at a Spot with Turtle Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 627 reviews · 2 hours · from $82

Meet Zero Gravity Tenerife at Puerto Colón for a beginner scuba session with full equipment, a 30-minute safety briefing, and a short speedboat ride to a secluded bay. You will spend about 45 minutes in the water at depths up to 10 meters, with one instructor for every two clients. Turtle sightings are possible, not promised.

“Great diving activity, our guide Rihan (sorry for misspelling ) was amazing!!thank you to the team and we will be back for next adventures!🌊🤿”

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Tenerife First Time Scuba Dive – Turtle Habitat, Small Groups - Fish, rock formations, and the turtle question
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Tenerife First Time Scuba Dive – Turtle Habitat, Small Groups

4.Tenerife First Time Scuba Dive – Turtle Habitat, Small Groups

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 456 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Meet at Puerto Colon for a safety briefing, wetsuit, boat ride, and a 25 to 30-minute beginner scuba session in water no deeper than 7 meters. PADI instructors such as Romana, Toby, Martin, and Francesco guide small groups, followed by 30 minutes of snorkeling. Turtles are possible, not guaranteed.

“I had a hard time believing you could go from 0 SCUBA experience to swimming at the bottom of the ocean in 2.5 hours, but you sure can. Very knowledgeable and kind instructors helped those who had challenges (which are all very minor.) If you would like to try SCUBA but are nervous, don't hesitate to go with this group.”

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Incredibly Fun Coral Reef Giant Sea Turtles 4hour Boat Scuba Tour - The second tank and the best chance for turtles
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Incredibly Fun Coral Reef Giant Sea Turtles 4hour Boat Scuba Tour

5.Incredibly Fun Coral Reef Giant Sea Turtles 4hour Boat Scuba Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 300 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $299

Spend about four hours learning scuba skills, then head by boat for two shallow open-ocean sessions off Waikiki. PADI-certified instructors such as Josh, Chad, Olga, and Red have guided beginners through turtle sightings, reef fish, eels, octopus, rays, and occasional sharks. Gear, water, snacks, and small groups are included.

“It is what it is . You get to dive along side of large turtles. Other than that the reefs were small and not much to see , other than a large pipe with a little coral and some small life around it.. I went during rainy season “not recommended “ and visibility was around 10 to 15 feet at best. I was given the opportunity to reschedule, but due to my time left on the island I could not .”

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Small-Group Shark and Turtle Dive for Certified Divers - Entering from shore with a full scuba setup
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Small-Group Shark and Turtle Dive for Certified Divers

6.Small-Group Shark and Turtle Dive for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 219 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $135

Start at 7:30 a.m. in Lahaina for a guided shore scuba outing at Mala Wharf, where sunken pier wreckage shelters turtles, white-tip reef sharks, eels, octopus, and frogfish. Groups are limited to four, gear is supplied, and guides such as Joe, Abbi, and Matt provide careful briefings and personal attention.

“Great dive at Malo pier! We saw nurse sharks, turtles and huge schools of fish. Very clear water. I recommend this dive!”

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Try Scuba Diving in a turtle area (boat) - How the personal instruction changes the experience
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Try Scuba Diving in a turtle area (boat)

7.Try Scuba Diving in a turtle area (boat)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

From Costa Adeje, Zero Gravity takes you by boat to a quiet, shallow site for your first scuba session and a snorkeling outing. You get your own instructor, full equipment, insurance, and calm instruction. Look for fish, octopus, cuttlefish, crabs, rays, and sometimes turtles. Minimum age is 10.

“We had an amazing scuba session with the team at Zero Gravity. I was particularly impressed with how well Christina looked after our 10 year old, even showing her how to swim like a mermaid!”

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Turtle & Shark Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Certified - Why the shore format works well
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Turtle & Shark Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Certified

8.Turtle & Shark Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Certified

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $259

Meet your instructor at the scuba truck near Ala Moana Street and Front Street in Lahaina, show your certification card, and walk to the shore for a guided underwater session. Equipment is provided, the route is adjusted to your experience, and guides such as Simon, Shane, Caitlin, and Abby are praised for calm instruction. Expect turtles, reef fish, and possibly white-tip reef sharks.

“Had so much fun, saw all of the animals I wanted to see and the instructors are also very nice and aren’t afraid to have a good time!”

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Diving with Turtles in Floripa - A 30-minute underwater session for beginners
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Diving with Turtles in Floripa

9.Diving with Turtles in Floripa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $97

Start at Marina Barra Náutica with a safety briefing, then ride by boat to Xavier Island for a supervised 30-minute SCUBA session or snorkeling. Instructors such as Eduardo guide first-timers carefully, while the small group size gives you time in the water. Turtles are often seen, but sightings and visibility depend on conditions.

“Chill trip to the surrounding of Xavier island. Saw turtles and a lot of colorful fishes. It was safe for beginner.”

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Scuba Dive in La Paz: Sea Lions, Turtles, Fish Schools and Wrecks - Sea lions, turtles, and schools of fish
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Scuba Dive in La Paz: Sea Lions, Turtles, Fish Schools and Wrecks

10.Scuba Dive in La Paz: Sea Lions, Turtles, Fish Schools and Wrecks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $226

Join Omar and a maximum of six certified divers for two guided scuba sessions from La Paz. Expect a 90-minute boat ride, sea lions, turtles, octopuses, fish schools, and possible hammerheads or mobulas. Lunch, snacks, water, and a beach stop are included, but scuba equipment rental costs extra.

“The scuba dive was awesome, shoutout to Omar for being such a great dive guide. We saw sea lions and hammerheads!! Truly amazing.”

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Scuba Diving Cyprus Experience Protaras and Ayia Napa & Turtles - Green Bay is your underwater classroom
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Scuba Diving Cyprus Experience Protaras and Ayia Napa & Turtles

11.Scuba Diving Cyprus Experience Protaras and Ayia Napa & Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $101

You’ll learn basic scuba skills at Yellow Fins Scuba Centre, practice in calm Green Bay, then spend about 40 minutes underwater with an instructor. The maximum depth is 5 meters, making this a gentle first experience. Turtles, fish, and underwater statues may appear, though wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

“It was very nice great guide very friendly and informative great views from under the sea I would do it again”

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Daily Dive with Dugongs & Turtles at Marsa Mubarak | Marsa Alam - Meeting at Scuba World Divers
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Daily Dive with Dugongs & Turtles at Marsa Mubarak | Marsa Alam

12.Daily Dive with Dugongs & Turtles at Marsa Mubarak | Marsa Alam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $52Best value

Join Scuba World Divers at Marsa Mubarak for a guided scuba outing aimed at certified participants. After a safety briefing, you descend about 10 to 15 meters over coral blocks and seagrass where dugongs and giant turtles may feed. Transport, refreshments, showers, and snacks are provided. Equipment and the optional second descent cost extra.

“I joined my 14-year daughter for the Discover Scuba dive. Our dive master, Stephanie, was excellent. She was clear, patient, and friendly.”

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2-Tank Maui Turtle Scuba Dive or Snorkel Boat Tour - How the captain chooses Mala, Honolua Bay, or Olowalu
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2-Tank Maui Turtle Scuba Dive or Snorkel Boat Tour

13.2-Tank Maui Turtle Scuba Dive or Snorkel Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $245

Meet Dive Maui in Lahaina at 1 p.m. for gear fitting and a 1:30 departure. Certified scuba participants and snorkelers share a boat limited to 14 people, visiting sites such as Mala, Honolua Bay, or Olowalu. Expect two guided descents, turtles, reef fish, and a surface break with water and snacks.

“Did a two tank shore dive with Matt. First at Mala Wharf, second at Black Rock. Both of these were amazing dive sites. We saw tons of turtles, eels, a couple reef sharks, and a monk seal. Matt was a fantastic guide, made sure we were safe, and showed us all kinds of critteRead more”

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14.Discover Scuba Diving Experience in Turtle Habitat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $132

Meet at Travel Sub Dive Center in Puerto Colón for a small-group introduction to scuba. After a short lesson and private briefing, you’ll travel by speedboat to a turtle habitat, use supplied equipment, and spend 45 to 50 minutes underwater with a PADI instructor at depths of up to 12 meters. The session includes insurance and online certification.

“Esperienza fantastica! Un grazie speciale a Toby che mi ha accompagnato nell’immersione e a Francesco il capitano de Roma che con enorme pazienza è riuscito a far immergere pure la mia ragazza che era intimorita ❤️”

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2 Tank Shore Dive at Sea Turtle Cove - Why the small group matters underwater
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2 Tank Shore Dive at Sea Turtle Cove

15.2 Tank Shore Dive at Sea Turtle Cove

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Meet Hilo Ocean Adventures at 10:30 am, review safety, collect your gear, and ride to a nearby Hilo site. You’ll make two guided underwater sessions lasting 35 to 55 minutes each, with reef fish, corals, and possible Hawaiian green sea turtles. Certified divers only, with a recent logged dive required unless you book a refresher.

“Amazing dive master!! Beautiful scenery and even saw some turtles swimming along! Diving is like opening up a whole new world of adventure.”

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