Discover Scuba Diving
Description
If you don't have enough time to join the Open Water Diver Course or if you just want to try diving first before you enroll on a diving course, this program will be the right choice. Your scuba instructor will spend a little time with you to explain the basic principles of scuba diving and give you an overview of your scuba gear, which is supplied by the dive shop. Once you feel comfortable, your instructor will take you in the beach to help you learn basic scuba skills. Then, if you like, you can go with your instructor for a short discovery dive up to 40 feet/ 12 metres. Most Discover Scuba Diving experiences about an hour or two.
PREREQUISITES: Be 10 years old or older, Parent or guardian signature required for new divers younger than legal age.
INCLUDING: Dive + All equipment + Theory lessons + Boat trip.
Inclusions
4 dives
all equipment
theory lessons
boat trips
reference material and PADI certification.
Cancellation Policy
To ensure the safety, logistics, and quality of our diving experiences, we have established the following cancellation policy. Please read these terms carefully before booking your course.
Our cancellation policy is designed to be fair while accounting for the high demand and limited availability of specialized diving spots in the Galapagos Islands.
| Timeframe | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| 30+ days before start date | Full refund (minus any non-refundable credit card/bank fees). |
| 15–29 days before start date | 50% of the total course fee. |
| 0–14 days before start date | No refund (100% of the total course fee). |
Important Conditions
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No-Shows: Failure to arrive at the designated time and location for the start of your course will be treated as a last-minute cancellation, and no refund will be issued.
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Medical Issues: If you are unable to participate due to a medical condition, you must provide a valid medical certificate signed by a doctor. In this case, we may offer a partial refund or allow you to reschedule based on availability, at our discretion.
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Changes to Itinerary (Force Majeure): Galapagos diving operations are subject to conditions beyond our control, including weather, sea conditions, or official instructions from the Galapagos National Park authorities.
- If a dive is cancelled by the operator for safety reasons, we will prioritize rescheduling.
- If rescheduling is not possible, a pro-rated refund for the specific missed service will be issued.
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Certification Requirements: It is the student’s responsibility to meet the medical and swimming requirements prior to the course. If a student is disqualified by an instructor during the course due to safety concerns or failure to meet performance requirements, no refund will be provided.
How to Request a Cancellation
All cancellation requests must be made in writing via email to [info@galapagostravellers.com]. The date the email is received will be used to calculate the applicable cancellation fees.
Note: We strongly recommend that all participants purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes "cancel for any reason" coverage and coverage for adventure sports/scuba diving.
