St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course — from $599
St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course is a 2-4 Days (3 half days) Per-Person Adventures charter in the US Virgin Islands operated by Aqua Marine Dive Center, departing from St. Thomas, USVI for groups of up to 6 guests. Rates start at $599.
Guests rate Aqua Marine Dive Center 5.0 out of 5 across 914 reviews.
QuestVI is a US Virgin Islands–based booking concierge: you book the real operator at the operator's own price, with instant confirmation and a local team reachable at (321) 340-3396.
Charter details
- Operator: Aqua Marine Dive Center
- Charter type: Per-Person Adventures
- Duration: 2-4 Days (3 half days)
- Guests: up to 6
- Departs from: St. Thomas, USVI
- Departure times: 8:30 AM, 1:00 PM
- Price: from $599
- Guest rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 914 reviews
- Best for: Lessons, Scuba Diving, Per-Person Adventures
Upcoming availability for St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course
Next open departure dates: Aug 6, Aug 7, Aug 8, Aug 10, Aug 11.
What's included
- Full dive gear
- Shorty wetsuit
- Course required items
- Bottled water and light snacks
- Log book
- Souvenir UPF 50+ sun protection shirt
- Pool/confined water training session
- 4 open water training dives
What to bring
- Swimwear
- Sun protection
- Towels
- Gratuity for crew
- Transportation to meeting area
- PADI eLearning completion (purchased separately through PADI)
Itinerary
- Day 1 (Morning) — Pool Skills Session Complete 5 confined water skill practice sessions in the pool. Learn gear setup, underwater breathing, and essential safety skills.
- Day 2 (Afternoon) — Open Water Dives 1 & 2 Head to the ocean for your first two open water training dives with your instructor at sites chosen based on conditions.
- Day 3 (Afternoon) — Open Water Dives 3 & 4 Complete your final two checkout dives and earn your PADI Open Water Diver certification!
About Aqua Marine Dive Center
Aqua Marine Dive Center offers the best diving and snorkeling experiences in the U.S. Virgin Islands. They are a PADI 5-Star IDC center focused on valet diving and small group sizes to ensure a personalized experience.
- Home port: St Thomas, USVI
- Certifications: PADI 5-Star IDC
- Awards: TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5/5
Guest reviews of St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course
Rated 5.0 / 5 from 914 verified reviews.
Great experience. Did 6 dives with them over 2 days. Friendly, knowledgeable, good equipment. Would definitely go back to them! Steph was great as captain. Dillon (sp?), Ben, and Louis were awesome guides. Didn’t dive with Zach, but he kept the mood high on the boat.
My husband and I had an outstanding experience with Aqua Marine’s dive team. Steph was an incredible captain, and our guides — Abby for me and Dylan for my husband — were extremely attentive and patient as we learned the skills. My firefighter husband also enjoyed bonding with another guide, Earl, who is retired from firefighting. The entire crew worked seamlessly together and brought such positiv
I had an amazing time at Aqua Marine Dive Center! As soon as I arrived, I was warmly welcomed by everyone. The captain and crew provided clear safety instructions, and I was thrilled to see that they were just as excited as I was to get out on the water. My scuba group was small and perfect. Luis was an excellent underwater instructor, and we had the chance to see some incredible things. I thoroug
Our experience with Aqua Marine Dive center was perfect! My uncle and I signed up for a morning 2-tank dive during our trip to St. Thomas and we had a wonderful time on our semi-private excursion with one other diver and our guide, Dylan. Dylan did a great job briefing us for the dives and making sure we were comfortable with our gear setup. We had also signed up for a night dive the following day
St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course — frequently asked questions
- How much does St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course cost?
- St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course starts at $599 through QuestVI. Final pricing depends on your date, group size (the boat carries up to 6 guests) and any add-ons. You see the live total before you confirm — QuestVI never adds a booking fee on top of the operator's rate.
- How long is St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course and what time does it leave?
- St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course runs 2-4 Days (3 half days). Departure times currently offered: 8:30 AM, 1:00 PM. Check-in is at St. Thomas, USVI, and we recommend arriving 15 minutes early.
- Where does St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course depart from?
- St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course departs from St. Thomas, USVI. Aqua Marine Dive Center is based out of St Thomas, USVI. Parking and taxi drop-off are available at the dock; your confirmation email includes exact directions and a pin.
- Is St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course good for families, couples or groups?
- This charter takes up to 6 guests, so it suits couples and small families.
- Who operates St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course?
- St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course is operated by Aqua Marine Dive Center. Credentials: PADI 5-Star IDC. QuestVI is a local booking concierge — you book the real operator directly, at the operator's price.
- How do I book St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course?
- Pick your date on this page and book online in under two minutes — instant confirmation, no account required. The next open dates are Aug 6, Aug 7, Aug 8, Aug 10, Aug 11. Prefer to talk it through? Call or text (321) 340-3396.
- What should I bring on St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course?
- Bring Swimwear, Sun protection, Towels, Gratuity for crew, Transportation to meeting area, PADI eLearning completion (purchased separately through PADI). Reef-safe sunscreen is required in USVI waters.
- Is St. Thomas Open Water Dive Certification - PADI Course worth it?
- Aqua Marine Dive Center holds a 5.0-star average across 914 verified guest reviews, which puts it among the best-rated charters in the US Virgin Islands.
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