Unawatuna Tours
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Fun Dives For Certified Divers

By Divinguru Unawatuna
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Ages 10-64, max of 15 per group
Duration: 6h
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  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Use of SCUBA equipment
What's not included
  • Lunch


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
  • DIVINGURU Unawatuna, PADI 5 STAR IDC DIVE RESORT, S-36133, 294 Matara Rd, Unawatuna 80600, Sri Lanka
    5 kilometers south of Galle at the main road, A2, next to the restaurants "Summer Garden" and "Banana Garden", beachside, at the end of Unawatuna in direction to the south.
Pickup details
  • We offer free pick up between the distance from Hikkaduwa to Mirrisa. (Hikkaduwa, Boosa, Gintota, Galle, Unawatuna, Dalawella, Mihripenna, Talpe, Habaraduwa, Koggala, Ahangama, Midigama, Weligama, Mirrisa.)
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Near public transportation
      • Infants must sit on laps
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 124100P4

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
      • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
      • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
      • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
      • MUST HAVE A DIVING CERTIFICATION.
      • NO INFANTS ALLOWED.
      • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
      • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 124100P4

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      • Divinguru Unawatuna
        439
        Unawatuna, Sri Lanka
        Joined in June 2012
      • 596lillib
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        best diving in Unawatuna for sure
        I really had the best time in my 3 months internship with Divinguru Unawatuna. Every crew member accepted me from the beginning and they were always a great help in my whole journey. The divemaster and also boatmen are really trustworthy, they know there places really well and are always honest about conditions and everything around. Norbert and Elli are really the best instructors. Of course I had really much fun in my course but also how they act with the other students especially with the beginners is just amazing. I will definitely come back and hope to see all of them again (: 🩵
        Written April 17, 2024
      • vitalyg202
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        I had wonderful experience!
        Online booking allowed me to plan my vacation. Discount for booking in advance was a pleasant bonus. At first I planned to get only OWD certification and some fun dives. Dive center staff helped me get the most out of my limited vacation time. As a result I got OWD, AOWD and Enriched Air certification. My instructor, Norbert, has perfect English, so I had no trouble understanding him even though English isn't my native language. During the dives I felt safe and comfortable. Once the skills were finished, training dives turned into fun dives. We were watching underwater life. Norbert drew my attention to sneaky aquatic life, so that I wouldn't have missed them. It took some time for me to master buoyancy control, but once I did, I had wonderful time exploring underwater world. Dive center organized pick up and drop off by tuk-tuk. It was very convenient and the driver was very nice. Unlike many other tuk-tuk drivers, he didn't try to suggest unwanted services. I am extremely happy I chose this dive center to start my journey into the underwater world.
        Written March 29, 2024
      • davidvM4445QS
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Never forget this amazing experience
        Had such a good time doing my PADI Open Water course at Divinguru. It was such an amazing experience well well qualified, and very well english speaking instructor. Ellie made us feel very comfortable in the water and helped us to have the best diving experience. Thank you so much, I will never forget it! The start of many new adventures under water.
        Written February 21, 2024
      • J4982XSannm
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing experience!
        I chose to do my advanced open water course with Divinguru in Unawatuna and had the best time! The team were so lovely and my instructor, Norbert, was amazing. We did some really fun dives along with the learning and it was a great experience for me:)
        Written February 20, 2024
      • N4542JTnicolasg
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Excelente
        One of the best diving centers in my experience as a diver, I was able to finish my Rescue Diver course, my instructor was Kartik, he did everything in the world to make me understand the importance of a Rescue diver and today he is a great friend of my Finally I did my Dive Master course with Norbert and Elli, it was an extraordinary adventure step by step, they helped me throughout the entire process, they advised me, educated me and turned me into a professional, I appreciate them very much and I will always be grateful for the support. Diving for me is incredible and I want to do it everywhere in the world but without a doubt in Sri Lanka the best is Divinguru. Everything was very professional from the beginning. Thank you Hans for the trust and allowing the entire process. Today as a Dive Marster I feel lucky to start my studies with you. I will continue my new underwater adventures in other places but I always recommend “Divinguru.” THANK YOU VERY MUCH 🙏🏾 Greetings to all Nico 🤿
        Written February 3, 2024
      • R2256MTmelissag
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        The place you want to go for your Open Water Cerfication
        Very professional diving center. Ellie was an excellent teacher. She was calm, patient, kind and human. Her and the team took security seriously but it was still very fun. Had a blast can’t wait for my next dive!
        Written January 24, 2024
      • EdmundGoodwin
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing experience
        I did my open water PADI, cannot recommend highly enough. Very professional and safe, whilst also lots of fun and time to see lots of cool stuff.
        Written January 19, 2024
      • 720katerynah
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Advanced open water PADI
        Very professional instructor, got my license very quick! Learned a lot and got rid of my mistakes 🙂 Very responsible and reliable dive center
        Written January 18, 2024
      • Vincent U
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Best Diving School in Sri Lanka!
        I did my PADI Open Water at Divingguru and it was one of the best things I did during my visit to Sri Lanka. The school is absolutely professional run and everyone is so kind!! Especially Ellie is a wonderful diving instructor, I was a bit insecure going into the water but her patience and calmness made me feel safe immediatly. I had so much fun and would highly recommend the experience!
        Written January 11, 2024
      • sofiar374
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Best dive school southern Sri Lanka
        Best diving school in southern sri lanka! Everything was ran smoothly, safe and on time. Norbert our instructor was a great and patient teacher - he made learning fun and we were very relaxed in the water. Hans, the founder is also a fascinating man!
        Written January 4, 2024
      • nanxiab2022
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        a very nice professional diving school
        I had a great course. My instructor helped me a lot. They were very nice, fun days. I learned a lot in a short time.
        Written January 3, 2024
      • Anika T
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great diving school with super kind and helpful instructors
        After not diving for over a year, I did 2 refresher dives here and they were absolutely great! It was also my first time diving in the sea so I was really excited and a bit nervous too, but I immediately felt safe as divemaster Nico talked me through the theory again. I was able to ask him all my questions, he was super patient and calm, took all the time in the world and helped me feel confident both before and during the dives. I highly recommend diving with him, especially if it's been a while since your last dive. His experience and calmness help a lot. The dive center has great equipment that you can easily rent and everyone is very nice and helpful!
        Written December 27, 2023
      • hatseflapsie
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Would recommend anyone getting their licence
        We had a great experience with getting our PADI licence. Such a calm and professional vibe, our instructor was Salim (working at multiple dive schools). He was amazing in telling us everything we needed to know and could explain in a relaxed way but still very in depth. Thank u guys!
        Written December 25, 2023
      • laradG880MF
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Truly recommended for a first scuba diving!
        I couldn't have felt safer!! I used to be super scared of water before and I went to the school looking for snorkeling, trying to fight my fears in the sea!! I end up doing my first dive - thanks to Nico! He breathes calmness and confidence, making you feel truly relaxed! Not only I did really enjoy it, but I'm sure this was the first of many of my future dives! Nico prepares us very well before going into the sea, respect our times and he makes us feel super safe! Truly recommend, and I wish I could do all my next dives with Nico again!
        Written December 25, 2023
      • rajbirkaur
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Awesome experience
        Had a good time and good learning experience with Divinguru for Open Water SCUBA course. Would definitely recommend.
        Written December 21, 2023
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2023
      We made two dives in one day. Everything was safe and comfortable. We saw a lot of fish, rays, octopuses. The entire staff of the diving center was very professional. We really liked everything! Thank you for a wonderful holiday!
      Written February 17, 2023
      This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
      Thank you very much for your feedback, it means a lot to hear your opinion. We are happy that you enjoyed scuba diving in Unawatuna with us and that you spotted so much of marine life on your dives. You are welcome to scuba dive with us anytime on your next trip to Sri Lanka. Kind regards, Ellie & Divinguru Unawatuna Team
      Written February 20, 2023
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      zzzzZoZozzzz
      Castelmoron-sur-Lot, France5 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      My boyfriend and I had some exceptional experiences with the instructors of the dive centre. Extremely professional and friendly group.
      My boyfriend did 7 dives with the team and he adored every one especially dive site 12.
      He saw loads of ship decks, beautiful fish, coral...
      I had the amazing Elli for my first dive. I had 2 bad experiences in Australia, and never managed to do a proper dive. But thanks to Elli, I managed to have an incredible first dive.
      We can’t thank Unawatuna dive centre enough!
      Written February 7, 2020
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      jessicaporter6835
      Reykjavik, Iceland16 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2022
      Extremely professional and so great to work with!! My husband went diving with them, after I did a ton of research. We received recommendations about Divinguru and decided to go with them. I was really bummed that I couldn't go because I am pregnant right now, but my husband loves diving and was so excited to go in a new country. They were phenomenal to work with- extremely professional. The number one most important thing to me is safety, and they were extremely safe. He was able to see some really cool things, too. Because of a head cold, he was not able to equalize, and they worked so well and brought him back safely. My 5 year old son and I waited in their shop, right on the beach while he was out. It gave me a lot of peace knowning I could see their dive spot right from where we were on the beach.
      And it's a really fun and beautiful beach! I would definitely recommend Divinguru if you are in southern Sri Lanka. Can't recommend them enough!!
      Written December 13, 2022
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      Dear Jessica, thank you very much for your nice review! It means a lot for us to hear your feedback. We are very happy that your husband felt safe with us and you liked our diving centre. You are always welcome to dive with us on your next trip to Sri Lanka. Kind regards, Ellie from Divinguru
      Written December 14, 2022
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      Sofia
      6 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2023 • Friends
      My friend and I had a really great fun dive at Divinguru Unawatuna. We were especially happy with our dive master Nicco. He took good care of us both before and in the water. He was patient and walked us through the dive making sure we felt safe before going on the boat. We had a very good time and would definitely go on a dive with Nicco again!
      Written December 16, 2023
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      Thank you very much Sofia for your 5 star review. We are happy that you liked scuba diving with us and our diving services. Keep diving and feel free to contact us anytime on your next trip to Sri Lanka.
      Written December 20, 2023
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      Sigrid Kl.
      Tallinn, Estonia20 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2024 • Friends
      Divinguru team is amazing.
      Thanks Ellie for making us welcome.
      Thank you Tharshanth for amazing dives and thanks for allllllll the Nudibranch :)
      Thanks for Norbert good knowledge for housing.
      Thanks for Hans - for overall all experience.
      Wish you guys strength and passion to keep up the good work.

      PS Ellie - I will try to come back in time for Trincomalee season for shallow nice dives.

      We had an amazing crew and diveguides!
      Written January 15, 2024
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      Thank you Sigrid for your 5 star review, we are happy that you like our diving centre and the whole scuba diving experience with us. You are more than welcome to join us again for diving on your next trip to Sri Lanka. Best regards, Ellie from Divinguru :)
      Written January 20, 2024
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Dams M
      15 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2024 • Solo
      Did my advanced open water with Yannis, I recommend warmly, every explanation was clear, smooth, I felt very secure the all time, he took his time to make sure everything was crystal clear, 100% security underwater and outside, the gear was top notch, you can go there without hesitation.
      Written February 10, 2024
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      Thank you very much Damien for your review and congratulation on becoming PADI Advanced Open Water Diver. We are happy to hear that you like our diving centre, equipment and felt safe at all times underwater. Safety is the highest priority in our diving centre so I'm glad that you felt comfortable while diving with us. You are more than welcome to join us anytime for diving on south or east coast of Sri Lanka.
      Written February 12, 2024
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Mamta G
      11 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2024 • Solo
      Rental equipment excellent condition. Dive Master's very observant. Great brief/ debrief. Patiently clear queries. Did AOW Cert.
      Written January 28, 2024
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      Dear Mamta, thank you very much for reviewing our diving centre and congratulation on becoming PADI Advanced Open Water Diver. We are happy to hear that you liked our diving school and scuba diving in Unawatuna with us. We wish you many nice and safe dives around the world. Take care and warm regards, Ellie from Divinguru
      Written February 9, 2024
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Alexandre W
      2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2024 • Solo
      I had the most wonderful experience with Diving Guru. The whole team is very nice, and very professional. I felt instantly safe with them, and had a great fun while having my PADI open water certification. Thanks Yannis and Lili for your passion and your kindness, and your really good vibes ! And bravo Hans for the super great swimming pool and for creating a great team around you ;)

      I definitely recommend going with them ! And I'll come back asap !
      Written January 27, 2024
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      Thank you very much Alexandre for your review and congratulation on becoming a qualified Open Water Diver. We are happy that you liked our dive centre, our team and the whole diving experience with us. We wish you many nice dives around the world.
      Written February 9, 2024
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      zabou629
      Dubai, United Arab Emirates5 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2022 • Couples
      We greatly appreciated the experience, welcomed by a friendly, flexible and professional team. Both dives were done safely and in a good atmosphere. We recommend!
      Written December 31, 2022
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      Thank you for your review, we appreciate a lot! We are happy that you liked our services and scuba diving in Unawatuna. You are welcome to dive with us anytime on your next trip to Sri Lanka.
      Written December 31, 2022
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Sarah
      Berlin, Germany13 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great diving school!! We went diving with Ellie and she is an amazing instructor and diveguide. Very professional. Highly recommend, hope we can come back some day!! :)
      Written November 28, 2022
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      Dear Sarah, thank you very much for your nice review, we appreciate a lot! I'm so happy that you like diving with me, indeed the dives were amazing. I've never seen so many cuttlefish on a single dive, also spotting two stingrays was quite nice. You did both great and I hope Mikes continues and takes his PADI licence. You are more than welcome to dive with us on your next trip to Sri Lanka. Have a safe trip back home. Best regards, Ellie & whole Divinguru Team
      Written December 3, 2022
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