destination dive experiences

for certified divers

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DIVE experiences

FOR CERTIFIED DIVERS

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Dive into adventure with two unique experiences for certified divers: a glamping weekend on Catalina Island featuring guided ocean dives, luxury accommodations, and chef-prepared meals, or a thrilling day trip to the Coronado Islands with three open-water dives and scenic ocean views. Both trips offer a perfect balance of excitement and relaxation, making for an unforgettable diving getaway.

Dive into adventure with two unique experiences for certified divers: a glamping weekend on Catalina Island featuring guided ocean dives, luxury accommodations, and chef-prepared meals, or a thrilling day trip to the Coronado Islands with three open-water dives and scenic ocean views. Both trips offer a perfect balance of excitement and relaxation, making for an unforgettable diving getaway.

TENTS 'N TANKS: CATALINA Glamping weekend

Immerse yourself in a 2-night/3-day glamping adventure on the breathtaking shores of Catalina Island, where your campsite is ready upon arrival and nestled among stunning coastal landscapes. Dive into the island’s crystal-clear waters, exploring its vibrant marine life and kelp forests, before retreating to a campsite that offers hot showers, chef-prepared meals, and panoramic trailhead views.

With exclusive access to prime dive spots, flexible schedules, and ample free time to explore the island’s hidden gems, this trip perfectly blends underwater excitement with laid-back island charm.

Immerse yourself in a 2-night/3-day glamping adventure on the breathtaking shores of Catalina Island, where your campsite is ready upon arrival and nestled among stunning coastal landscapes. Dive into the island’s crystal-clear waters, exploring its vibrant marine life and kelp forests, before retreating to a campsite that offers hot showers, chef-prepared meals, and panoramic trailhead views. With exclusive access to prime dive spots, flexible schedules, and ample free time to explore the island’s hidden gems, this trip perfectly blends underwater excitement with laid-back island charm.

what's Included

  • 2 night, 3 day weekend adventure 

  • Overnight camping permits for Friday and Saturday night

  • Transportation on the Island to camp and dive sites

  • Full glamping setup, ready for you upon arrival:

    • Air mattress, fresh sheets, pillows and blankets, individual tent unless (doubles for couples available upon request)

    • Bathrooms and hot showers on site

    • Campsite at trailhead of scenic Catalina hikes

    • Chef-prepared meals from the day of arrival until Sunday. Includes Friday night dinner, 3 meals Saturday and brunch Sunday

    • Light assortment of wine, alcohol provided during dinners

    • Guided hike on Friday before dinner

    • Bonfire and s'mores 

  • Diving

    • 4 Guided Dives

    • Tanks and weights provided onsite in Catalina

  • 1 night out on the town in Catalina 

  • Ample free time to shop, rest, recharge, explore

*Not included:

- Transportation to Catalina Ferry & Ferry Ticket

- Scuba rental gear (10% off rental package at Ocean Enterprises in San Diego through Land & Sea, or option to rent at Catalina Dive Supply)

Travel info

We use Catalina Express and Catalina Flyer - both have many schedule options giving students the flexibility to go to the Island as early on Friday and stay as late as desired on Sunday 

Please plan to arrive to Catalina no later than 9PM on Friday

Let us know your arrival time so we can pick you up and take you to the campsite!

The Catalina Express offers daily ferry service from Long Beach, San Pedro, and Dana Point. The Long Beach/Avalon trip takes about one hour. The Dana Point/Avalon trip takes about 1.5 hours.

The Catalina Flyer offers round-trip service from Newport Beach. The trip takes about 75 minutes.

Sample itinerary

Friday

  • Arrive Catalina Friday afternoon, transportation will meet you at the dock to take you to the campsite

  • Breakfast prepared by chef

  • Short scenic hike  

  • Dinner prepared by chef

  • Bonfire, s'mores, group hang/free time

Saturday

  • Breakfast prepared by chef

  • 2 guided dives

  • Lunch prepared by chef

  • Free time to explore, check out the town, shops, hang at camp

  • Dinner prepared by chef

  • Group night out in Catalina 

Sunday

  • 2 guided dives

  • Brunch prepared by chef 

  • Head home

what else you need to know

  • Total investment for the Catalina Destination Dive Experience: $849

  • Our weekends are all about a relaxed, flexible pace—there’s no need to follow a strict schedule. We adjust the timing of activities based on the group's vibe, whether it's when we wake up, start the dives, or enjoy extended free time. Everything moves at the rhythm the group prefers, blending excitement with laid-back moments.

south of the border: Coronado islands day trip

Embark on a thrilling boat day trip to the rugged Coronado Islands 8 miles off the coast of Baja, where you'll dive into vibrant underwater worlds teeming with marine life. Over the course of three guided dives, explore kelp forests, rocky reefs, and the chance to encounter sea lions, colorful fish, and other native species. This unforgettable 9-hour adventure offers breathtaking ocean views and post-dive relaxation, making it a must for certified divers seeking a rich and exhilarating experience across the border.

Embark on a thrilling boat day trip to the rugged Coronado Islands 8 miles off the coast of Baja, where you'll dive into vibrant underwater worlds teeming with marine life. Over the course of three guided dives, explore kelp forests, rocky reefs, and the chance to encounter sea lions, colorful fish, and other native species. This unforgettable 9-hour adventure offers breathtaking ocean views and post-dive relaxation, making it a must for certified divers seeking a rich and exhilarating experience across the border.

what's Included

  • Boat ticket for 9 hour day trip out of San Diego with our partner, Waterhorse Charters

  • 3 guided dives off the boat

  • Tanks & weights provided on boat

  • Mexican tourist pass

  • Snacks, beverages on boat (can bring alcohol beverages for post-diving)

*Not included: Scuba gear (10% off rental package at Ocean Enterprises in San Diego through Land & Sea, or option to rent at Catalina Dive Supply)

*VALID PASSPORT REQUIRED*

why choose the coronado islands?

Coronado Islands diving packs most of what San Diego scuba diving offers, plus more:

  • Sea lion diving: encounters are 99.9% guaranteed

  • Clear water: visibility here is up to 40 ft better than coastal San Diego

  • Warm(er) water: usually a few degrees higher than coastal San Diego

  • Shallow sites: welcoming and entertaining to all levels

Sample itinerary

  • Meet at [insert location] at [insert time]

  • Sit back and cruise for only about a 1 hour ride to the islands

  • 3 guided dives with rest and snacks in between

  • Relax and enjoy the boat ride home with a nap (or a beer!)

what else you need to know

  • Total Investment for the Coronado Destination Dive Experience: $399

  • Coronado Islands diving require that you have a valid passport or passport card, regardless of its issuing country. Immigrants must hold their valid visas or residency permits, as if traveling by plane.

  • Optional: bring any alcoholic beverages you want for post-diving

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