Offer : Complete your PADI Open Water Diver + Nitrox Dry course for just 450$

Swim with Turtles. Learn to Dive. Explore Matara.

Small‑group snorkeling, Try Diving, half‑day dive tours, and PADI courses with a friendly boutique team.

Snorkeling

Crystal‑clear Polhena waters, gentle currents, and regular turtle sightings. Perfect for families.

Guided tours for all ages. Discover Scuba Diving for beginners and half a day fun dive tours for certified divers.

Learn to dive with a PADI 5 start dive resort. 3-4 day courses to get certified. Get your certification today!

Scuba Diving
PADI Courses

About Us

Welcome to Polhena Diving Center, a PADI 5-Star Dive Resort located in Matara on Sri Lanka’s scenic south coast. We offer a friendly, professional, and safe environment for anyone looking to explore the beauty of the Indian Ocean.

Whether you’re trying diving for the first time or you’re an experienced diver seeking new underwater adventures. Our passionate instructors and dive masters guide you through coral reefs, rocky formations, and turtle-filled waters around Polhena and Navy Island, ensuring an unforgettable experience every time.

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Our Most Popular Experiences

Discover our top-rated experiences. Perfect for every skill level. These are the dives and adventures our guests can’t stop talking about.

Why Dive With Us

We believe diving should be safe, sustainable, and personal. That’s why we focus on small groups, high-quality equipment, and a friendly, eco-conscious approach. Dive with us and see why guests return year after year.

3500+

10

Years of experience

Happy clients

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Customer Reviews

Hear from divers who explored Sri Lanka’s underwater world with us.

My friend and I did snorkeling, and another friend did scuba diving. We all had such an amazing time!! The instructors, guide,s and workers were all so friendly and helpful. We highly recommend this dive shop to anyone!!!

Ellie C.

Had the best experience with them— truly one of the most genuine organizers. Truly grateful for such an honest and caring experience. Highly recommend Polhena Diving Center if you’re in Sri Lanka.

Anirudhan T.

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Find Us Here

Beach Road, Uswatte, Madiha, Matara

Hours
Monday - Sunday
6.30am - 6.30pm

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+94 773 204 903

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