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

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Try Scuba Diving

No experience needed. Your first breath underwater starts here.

About the Experience

If you’ve always wanted to try scuba diving but aren’t ready for a full certification course, our Discover Scuba Diving experience in Polhena is the perfect place to start. In just a few hours, you’ll learn the basics of diving, get comfortable using the gear, and enjoy an actual dive in the shallow reef with turtles and tropical fish. With calm water and clear visibility, Polhena Reef offers one of the safest and most scenic spots for beginner divers in Sri Lanka.

A vibrant underwater scene showcasing scuba divers exploring marine life.
A vibrant underwater scene showcasing scuba divers exploring marine life.
Dive Details
  • Duration: Around 3 hours (theory + practice dive)

  • Dive Site: Moray Point, Mirissa

  • Depth: Up to 6–10 meters (depending on comfort level)

  • Starting Time: 8:00 AM

  • Group Size: Small groups for personalized attention

  • Minimum Age: 10 years

  • Swimming Required: Basic comfort in water is enough

Why Try Diving with Polhena Diving Center
  • PADI 5-Star certified dive resort

  • Experienced and friendly instructors

  • Calm, shallow, and beginner-friendly reef

  • High-quality, well-maintained equipment

  • Focus on comfort, safety, and enjoyment

What You’ll Learn

Before you enter the water, your instructor will teach you:

  • Basic scuba diving theory and breathing techniques

  • How to use your equipment safely

  • Equalization and underwater hand signals

  • Buoyancy control and movement underwater

  • Respect for marine life and reef etiquette

Then, you’ll dive into the ocean from the beach for your first underwater adventure, guided at every step by a professional PADI instructor.

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PADI 5 Star Dive Resort Logo
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An amazing experience! I felt safe and excited throughout!

John D.

A smiling customer in scuba gear underwater enjoying a dive.
A smiling customer in scuba gear underwater enjoying a dive.

This was my first dive, and it was unforgettable!

Sarah L.

A joyful diver exploring colorful coral reefs.
A joyful diver exploring colorful coral reefs.
★★★★★
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A friendly scuba diving instructor ready to assist.
A friendly scuba diving instructor ready to assist.