Where to Book Scuba Diving Tours: Our Top 6 Worldwide

1.Cairns: Premium Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,528 reviews · 8 hours · from $166Our pick

From Cairns, Divers Den takes you aboard AquaQuest to two outer reef sites at Norman, Saxon, or Hastings reefs. You get gear, guided snorkeling, meals, hot showers, and up to five hours on the reef. Scuba options are available, with patient staff helping nervous beginners.

“The tour was amazing, we spent whole 3,5 hours snorkelling the great barrier. The crew was really supportive and was always taking care of the passengers. Besides, as we were a really small group of people, we had the pleasure of exploring the barrier without crashing each other or even being bothered by somebody else while checking on something. I would highly recommend the tour and the team and planning on coming back next year to do some scuba diving.”

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2.Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Premium Diving Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 792 reviews · 9 hours · from $127

From Cairns Marlin Marina, spend five hours snorkeling or taking an optional introductory or certified scuba session at two outer reef sites. Expect coral gardens, turtles, rays, sharks, marine biology talks, Indigenous stories, music, tea, and a buffet lunch. Named guides have included Jed, Kevin, Reggie, Rachel, and Daniel.

“An absolutely fantastic day, two absolutely beautiful snorkelling spots with incredible marine life and we even had a shark swim beside us. Lovely morning & afternoon tea and buffet lunch. Culture demonstrations we’re great and something different. Would highly recommend”

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3.Hurghada: Luxury Orange Bay w/Snorkeling, Massage and Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 278 reviews · 8h 30m · from $58Top rated

Cruise from Hurghada on a small-group yacht with guides such as Andrew and Salam. You’ll visit Orange Bay early, snorkel at Giftun Island, try a guided introductory scuba session, enjoy an onboard massage, buffet lunch, banana boat ride, and time to relax.

“It was a very fun experience. Andrew and the team were very great and supportive throughout the entire boat ride. It was a once in a lifetime experience which I will do again if given the chance!”

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4.Hurghada:Luxury Diving & Snorkeling inc/Island/Lunch/Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 159 reviews · 8 hours · from $58

Sail from Hurghada to Orange Bay and Giftun Island for beach time, a beginner scuba session, snorkeling, banana boat ride, buffet lunch, and a short massage. Guides including Andrew, Salam, Fox, and Andro help nervous first-timers feel at ease, while the crew provides equipment, drinks, and hotel transfers.

“Brilliant - couldn’t have wished for a better experience! Well worth the money and crew are super friendly. Was my first dive and it was so well done it’s made me want to come back just for this experience 🇪🇬❤️”

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5.Polignano a Mare luxury boat tour, aperitif, diving and snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Join Dorino Gite in Barca from San Vito for a 90-minute private cruise along Polignano a Mare’s coast. A guide takes you past the sea caves, with time for swimming and snorkeling, music, and a small aperitif of Apulian prosecco and tarallini. Captain Nicolas may lead your outing.

“Great boat trip. Great spot to snorkel. Our captain Nicolas was friendly, but his humor a bit too sexual for our liking. But he gave much to swim, wish was really nice!”

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6.From Sharm: Luxury Diving cruise to Ras Mohammed with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 31 reviews · 6 hours · from $54Best value

Spend six hours sailing from Sharm El Sheikh to Ras Mohammed National Park, with one or two guided underwater sessions, snorkeling, lunch, and drinks. Beginners receive a short introduction with an instructor, while experienced participants get longer sessions. Pickup, equipment, and marina fees depend on the option chosen.

“Everything went smoothly and exactly on time. The tour guides and diving instructor were incredibly kind, friendly, and professional, which made the whole experience feel safe and enjoyable. I would definitely recommend this tour and would love to do it again. See you soon!”

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