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SUMMARY:Galapagos Liveaboard Group Trip - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:We have planned a fantastic liveaboard trip to the Galapagos Islands.  The Galapagos Islands have been on the top of many divers’ bucket list\, as they have been for us for sure.  Ben is going to lead this trip. A view on one of the many islands in the Galapagos Archipelago Where are we going? Situated in the middle of the Pacific Ocean\, nearly 1\,400 km due west from the coast of Ecuador\, the archipelago’s unique flora and fauna is mainly due to the isolated location. The various racing ocean currents around the islands bring with them nutrients and the world famous marine life. Above water\, this isolated group of volcanic islands has a striking range of landscapes which are home to an unparalleled number of endemic species.  Brought to prominence by Charles Darwin in his renowned book ‘On the Origin of Species’ following his 1835 visit on board HMS Beagle\, the islands were named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. Why Galapagos? Experienced divers often regard the Galapagos Islands as something of a highlight in their scuba diving career.  Whalesharks\, Huge schools of Great Hammerheads (Sphyrna mokarran)\, Scalloped Hammerheads (Sphyrna lewini)\, indigenous Galapagos Sharks\, Manta Rays\, Sea Lions and Dolphins are just a few of the highlights that are often encountered during a liveaboard diving trip in this incredible area.   When are we going? After much consideration\, research and planning\, we have decided to go to Galapagos in January 2026.  This is prime season for decent water temperatures (the water is still going to be colder than most of our tropical trips) and large Whaleshark sightings.   The Liveaboard Known locally as Deep Blue\, Galapagos Master is a 32 metre  (105 feet) scuba diving liveaboard vessel which underwent a complete interior refit to the highest standards in 2015. Constructed from steel\, the vessel is steadier than most due to being designed to be lower to aid stability and speed.  Mostly recently refurbished in early 2023\, Galapagos Master offers 7 and 10 night itineraries covering some of the top dive sites in the Galapagos.  We decided to go with the 7 night itenary. She welcomes a total of 16 divers on each liveaboard trip\, maximising safety and comfort for all guests on board.  Featuring eight air-conditioned cabins spread across three decks\, each has its own private en-suite bathroom with hot water\, and ample storage room for all of your personal belongings.  For added convenience and flexibility\, Galapagos Master offers some cabins that can be used either as a twin or as a double bedded room. Example cabin\, Premium DoubleThe communal areas include a spacious indoor lounge on the middle deck where we can relax and unwind while watching movies and latest underwater shots on the plasma screen television.  The indoor dining area brings an array of mouth-watering meals\, complimented by the adjacent cocktail bar.  Photographers can take full advantage of the indoor camera set-up station which includes multiple charging points (US round pin plug).   Galapagos Master’s top sun-deck ensures that sun worshippers can top off their tan while soaking up the Galapagos sights.  Or\, for those who prefer to relax out of the sun\, the shaded upper level is an ideal location to chill out in cushioned lounge chairs and benches. The boat has an official license to operate and organize diving activities in the Galapagos issued by the Ecuadorian government and the National Institute of the Galapagos ensuring you that all the safety tests have been passed as well as complying with the strict environmental rules of the park.  With all the latest safety devices – GPS\, VHF radios\, satellite communication\, two life rafts\, emergency oxygen and AED – you will know you are traveling in total protection and safety. Galapagos Master LiveaboardWe’ll have a full board that consists of breakfast\, lunch\, an afternoon snack\, dinner and all drinks except alcohol.  Every diver day we’ll have up to 4 dives.  This means you can do more than 20 dives in 7 days!  Nitrox is available on the boat and the use of it is very much encouraged!   Please note that no diet or zero soda’s will be available\, because they are not produced in recyclable bottles in the Galapagos.   Salon on the Galapagos MasterThe diving Undoubtedly some of the most spectacular pelagic diving on the planet\, the Galapagos Islands are one of those rare places where you can dive through hundreds of Hammerhead Sharks to find a whale shark cruising along.  Add silky sharks\, sea turtles\, giant morays and schooling fish in the thousands into the mix… and that’s just the first dive at Darwin! At Wolf Island you can expect to see huge Galapagos sharks and eagle rays up close\, whilst dives at Cabo Marshall will put you face to face with giant manta rays or in the midst of a school of millions of black-striped salemas.  Mola Mola (Sunfish) may also be seen around Punta Vincente Roca and various other locations across the Galapagos Archipelago.  Macro life is plentiful with Black Coral bushes sheltering seahorses\, blennies\, nudibranchs\, hawkfish and frogfish. Marine Iguanas are a unique sight\, along with speedy Galapagos penguins and playful sea lions.  This is but a mere taste of why divers consistently proclaim Galapagos to have the healthiest marine life in the Pacific.   DATES AND FLIGHTS The liveaboard trip will take place from January 19th to the 26th 2026. As usual we won’t include any airfare in the trip.  Suggested flight itinerary (which Athens Scuba staff not going early for Quito sight-seeing are booked on and works with the Master Liveaboard’s expectations for transfer to the boat):(Book Delta and LATAM separately.)ATL >UIO (Quito); Jan 18 2026; DL633Departs 2:41 pm; Arrives 8:pm(You will need an airport hotel (info provided later) since the LATAM flight is the next morning or go a few days early and see Quito. In this case\, get a hotel in the old town area of Quito.)Return; Jan 26\, 2026; DL632Departs Quito 11:50 pm; Arrives ATL 5:15am (27th) LATAM flightUIO>SCY19 Jan 2026; LA1419: Departs 10:45am; Arrives 1:08 pmEmbark 14:00 (Master Liveaboards gears the boarding time for everyone arriving on LATAM 1419)Return based on disembarking at 080026 Jan 2026; LA14181:48 pm-6:24 pm (connect to DL632 at 11:50 pm) Total price should be around $1500-ish in main cabin for both flights TRIP COSTS There are two different room categories on this liveaboard.  All cabins are very nice and have their own ensuite bathrooms and air conditioning. The Premium cabins\, located on the middle and top deck\, are $7399 per person in double occupancy. The Classic cabins\, located on the lower deck\, are $6999 per person in double occupancy. What’s included? – 7 nights full board accommodation includes breakfast\, lunch\, dinner and snacks – Up to 4 dives daily – Unlimited tea\, coffee\, fruit juice\, soft drinks and drinking water – Single 12 Litre (80 cu ft) cylinder with air fills – Weights and weight belts – Land tour on North Seymour and Santa Cruz – Disembarkation transfer What’s NOT included? – All guests are required to have travel and diving insurance – Galapagos National Park Fee : 100 USD per trip\, to be paid at the airport – Ingala Transit Control Card : 20 USD per trip\, to be paid at the airport – Nitrox $150 per week – Alcoholic drinks – Crew gratuities PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE FLIGHTS AND NATIONAL PARK FEES! PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY PRE- OR POST- LIVEABOARD LAND EXTENSIONS WE MAY OFFER AT A LATER DATE.   For information on single occupancy and other special requests\, please email info@scubadreamstravel.com   To get a better idea of the boat and the diving\, check out the following videos I’ve found on youtube.
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CATEGORIES:International Event
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SUMMARY:Statia (Sint Eustatius) Scuba Group Trip - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:We have planned an amazing trip to Statia\, Dutch Caribbean!   WHERE ARE WE GOING? If you’ve never heard about this small\, undiscovered island in the Caribbean\, it’s only because it’s a well kept secret. Unaffected by mass tourism\, St. Eustatius (aka “Statia”) is not your average Caribbean island. Imagine the Caribbean of 25 or 30 years ago and you will get close. It is part of the Dutch Caribbean\, which consists of Aruba\, Bonaire\, Curacao\, Saba\, Sint Eustatius\, and Sint Maarten. They are referred to as the Caribbean Netherlands. WHY Statia? St. Eustatius is known worldwide for having some of the most pristine waters and reefs in the Caribbean. We’ll explore some of the 36 official dive sites around St. Eustatius with the PADI 5 Star Scubaqua Dive Center – just a stone’s throw from the Old Gin House hotel. The diving opportunities are diverse with several unique habitats including walls\, historic wrecks\, reefs\, macro dive sites\, lava flows\, boulders and rock outcroppings. THE DIVING The reefs surrounding Statia are flourishing in a protected Marine Park. Underwater\, you will experience what much of the Caribbean must have looked like many years ago. The volcano\, The Quill\, dominates the island and is responsible for the huge amounts of  lava flows and blocks under the surface. These old labyrinths of lava are now fully overgrown with coral and sponges. Combine these reefs with numerous historical dive sites and more recent wrecks and you’ve got yourself a divers paradise.  Scubaqua’s 2 “state of the art” dive boats will take us on our 2 -tank morning boat dives so we can experience 10 of the 36 fabulous dive sites around the island. We’ll choose from several of the underwater archaeological sites and coral-covered shipwrecks. One site in particular\, called ‘Blue Bead Hole’\, is iconic. The blue beads found here are of historical significance to St. Eustatius. They were used as currency for enslaved people in the 17th century. The beads are the only artifacts divers are allowed to bring to the surface. THE HOTEL We’ll be escaping to the charming Old Gin House Hotel\, in its prime oceanfront location. This historic UNESCO hotel has a restaurant and a lounge terrace on the waterfront\, where you can enjoy the most beautiful sunset. Relax with a cocktail and enjoy the Island life of St. Eustatius. The hotel has an authentic old-world charm. Dating back to the 18th century\, the Old Gin House Hotel has been expertly restored\, taking inspiration from its colonial roots. They have a small private beach and a swimming pool in the tropical garden. You’ll enjoy life\, as you enjoy The Old Gin House. Breakfast is included in our plan. The Old Gin House restaurant has a gourmet restaurant for lunch and dinner as well as other options we’ll be exploring.  DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from 7-14 February 2026.  There are direct flights with Delta from Atlanta to St. Maarten with a short puddle jumper over to Statia.  Athens Scuba staff will be on the following flights and these are our suggestions for everyone. February 7\, 2026 DL1894 Departs ATL 09:58 Arrives SXM 14:56 Winair WM541 Departs SXM 18:30 Arrives EUX 18:50 February 14\, 2026 Winair WM506 Departs EUX 10:05 Arrives SXM 10:30 DL1873 Departs SXM 13:45 Arrives ATL 17:26 Transfers from the Statia airport to the Old Gin House are included in the trip price. TRIP SUMMARY Includes:  • 7 nights’ accommodations at The Old Gin House (with the 7th night free); airport transfers included  • Welcome cocktail  • Free WiFi at hotel and dive shop  • Breakfast daily  • Use of Stand-up paddleboards and kayaks  • Hotel taxes    Diver rate also includes:  • 10 dives (5 days x 2-tanks)  • Free nitrox for nitrox certified divers  • Tanks and weights PRICES Diver in double occupancy from: $1\,799 Diver in single occupancy: $2\,099 Non-diver in double occupancy: $999  For more information or special requests\, please email info@scubadreamstravel.com
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LOCATION:Old Gin House St. Eustatius<br>
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SUMMARY:Dive the Georgia Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:Book HereJourney with Gentle Giants is the only opportunity in the world where you are guaranteed to dive with whale sharks\, manta rays\, and thousands of other fish. Suit up to SCUBA dive in the pristine waters of the Ocean Voyager exhibit for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.  Getting spots to this once-in-a-lifetime experience is very difficult. Scuba Dreams booked all of the slots on this particular date. The demand is always high\, so be quick\, otherwise it’ll be sold out before you know it! This trip includes the entrance fee to the Aquarium\, a T-Shirt and a video of your dive! After careful review of their cost\, the GA Aquarium has raised its prices for the dive in the Whale Shark exhibit significantly from 2025 to 2026. Booking this trip with Scuba Dreams saves each person $100 over booking it directly with the GA Aquarium on their website.
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SUMMARY:Dive the Georgia Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:Book HereJourney with Gentle Giants is the only opportunity in the world where you are guaranteed to dive with whale sharks\, manta rays\, and thousands of other fish. Suit up to SCUBA dive in the pristine waters of the Ocean Voyager exhibit for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.  Getting spots to this once-in-a-lifetime experience is very difficult. Scuba Dreams booked all of the slots on this particular date. The demand is always high\, so be quick\, otherwise it’ll be sold out before you know it! This trip includes the entrance fee to the Aquarium\, a T-Shirt and a video of your dive! After careful review of their costs\, the GA Aquarium has raised its prices for the dive in the Whale Shark exhibit significantly from 2025 to 2026. Booking this trip with Scuba Dreams saves each person $100 over booking it directly with the GA Aquarium on their website.
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SUMMARY:Dominica Scuba Group Trip
DESCRIPTION:Book HereWe have planned an amazing trip to the Caribbean island of Dominica. This trip will line up with Athens and Oconee County’s Spring Breaks. WHERE ARE WE GOING? We are going to Dominica for a group scuba trip! A week on one of the most beautiful islands in the whole Caribbean\, where barefoot luxury pairs with nature’s unequaled power to amaze\, Dominica is the Caribbean’s best-kept secret. The former British island\, with its splendid nature and beautiful scuba diving\, offers plenty to discover underwater and on land. WHY Dominica? Dominica is most known for its deep waters and lush landscape\, but what makes Dominica stand out among other locations is its deep rooted cultural history and preserved sites.  Naming the island ‘Waitukubuli’—meaning “tall is her body”—to reflect the mountainous and elegant fertile land.  Dominica remains unspoilt by the impacts of mass tourism and offers an ethical\, environmentally supportive option for travelers.  Embraced by lush foliage and secluded beaches throughout\, the island fosters one’s most dream-like fascinations.  THE DIVING As one of the top 10 diving destinations in the world\, Dominica offers divers of all experience levels so much to explore. There are calm shallows to explore\, where curious seahorses cling to coral branches. Deeper waters make home for over 20 species of whales that frequent these seas. Fantastic wall dives and unique crevices are waiting to be explored. La Sorciere\, also known as L’Abym\, is one of the most popular wall dives\, where divers can peruse easily\, as there is little to no current. Make your way along the volcanic ridge of Crater’s Edge\, where barracuda stalk their prey and large schools of tuna and snapper make appearances. Thermal springs erupt around the island\, including underwater\, where volcanic bubbles and warm water emanate from certain sites. We’ll have five days of two-tank dives daily and unlimited shore diving from the hotel’s own dock (if our group has ten or more divers). This should offer plenty of diving for everyone! THE HOTEL Where city\, reef\, and rainforest converge\, Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort is a full-service\, heritage hotel on the Caribbean Sea. It’s coveted oceanfront placement amidst Dominica’s vibrant capital\, Roseau\, provides unmatched access to the heart of the island\, while our modern\, boutique-style accommodations and peerless amenities complete an idyllic Caribbean holiday. From seaside al fresco dining\, entertainment\, and duty-free shopping on the resort’s waterfront\, to the neighboring French Quarter’s Saturday markets and unfathomable adventures at your doorstep — waterfall hikes\, hot spring soaks\, rainforest walks and world-class scuba diving right off the dock — Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort is the ideal gateway to experiencing Dominica by both land and sea. We’ll have breakfast included in our package.  There are a lot of dining options around the hotel in the lively town of Roseau.  Each diver will have the choice between three room categories: Fort Oceanfront Room\, Fort Mountain Room\, and Fort Ocean View Room. DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from April 4th to 11th\, 2026. American Airlines is flying from Atlanta to Dominica with a stop in Miami. Saturday\, April 4 AA1046 departing ATL 6:34 AM AA3448 departing MIA 10:10 AM Saturday\, April 11 AA 3448 departing DOM 2:29 PM AA659 departing MIA 9:55 PM TRIP SUMMARY Package includes: – 7 nights’ Hotel Accommodations in the booked room category – Daily breakfast – Nitrox 32% for every nitrox certified diver – Airport transfers – Land tour to Trafalgar Falls and Titou Gorge – Marine park fees – Unlimited shore diving on boat diving days PRICES Diver in double occupancy in Fort Mountain room: $1950 Diver in single occupancy in Fort Mountain room: $2\,750 Non-diver in double occupancy Fort Mountain room: $1\,300 Diver in double occupancy in Fort Ocean Room: $2\,050 Diver in single occupancy in Fort Ocean Room: $2\,900 Non-diver in double occupancy Fort Ocean Room: $1\,400 Diver in double occupancy in Fort Ocean Front Room: $2\,200 Diver in single occupancy in Fort Ocean Front Room: upon request Non-diver in double occupancy Fort Ocean Front Room: $1\,500 Diver in double occupancy in Deluxe Ocean Front Room: $2\,300 Diver in single occupancy in Deluxe Ocean Front Room: upon request Non-diver in double occupancy Deluxe Ocean Front Room: $1\,600 Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Review our full terms and conditions here: https://scubadreamstravel.com/terms-conditions/ Book HereFor more information or special requests\, please email info@scubadreamstravel.com
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/dominica-scuba-group-trip-2/
LOCATION:Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort\, Victoria Street\, Roseau\, Dominica
CATEGORIES:Dive Trips To Different Locations,International Event
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SUMMARY:Thailand/Similan Islands Scuba Trip
DESCRIPTION:Book HereBecause the last two times were so great\, we have planned a 3rd fantastic trip to Thailand\, including a liveaboard trip to the world-famous Similan Islands. White sand beach and rock formation on one of the 9 islands of the Similan IslandsIt’s happening for the 3rd time! We are going to Thailand for a scuba group trip!  It’ll be an 11-night trip\, including 5 nights in a beach hotel in Khao Lak (including breakfast) – 4 nights before and 1 night after; and 6 nights on the liveaboard MV Bavaria.  Sunset on Bang Niang Beach\, in Khao Lak Where are we going We are going to Khao Lak\, where Ben lived for 2 dive seasons and knows the area very well.  Khao Lak is just north of the island of Phuket in South West Thailand and it is the perfect gateway to the Similan Islands\, a world famous dive destination.  Khao Lak is essentially an area along the coast line that includes many villages.  We will stay in the original village on Nang Thong beach. Aerial view on Ko BonWhen are we going We’ll go in April of 2026 because it’s towards the end of the dry/high season and provides us with the best opportunity of flat seas and great weather. Of course there is never a guarantee to see any specific creatures when scuba diving\, but from personal experience and due to the extensive knowledge of the owner of the dive operation\, we are sure that April might give us the best chances to see some big pelagic animals (in 2024 we dove with whale sharks!). Our home for 6 daysThe Liveaboard We chose to spend 6 days/6 nights on the liveaboard MV Bavaria.  This liveaboard is one of the newest and most comfortable liveaboards in the Similan Islands.  Ben was able to secure a special trip that will get us to Similan Island\, Koh Bon\, Koh Tachai\, the Surin Islands and Richelieu Rock.  The islands are beautiful and we’ll be able to do 2-3 land excursions during our trip.  The diving in this area is very special and very different to diving in the western hemisphere.  The MV Bavaria has 4 different cabin categories. All cabins are equipped with AC and a control in the room. 2 standard bunk cabins\, each with two single bunk beds\, shared bathroom\, on the upper deck 2 comfort double cabins\, each with one double bed\, private bathroom\, on the lower deck 6 comfort twin cabins\, each with two single beds\, private bathroom\, on the main deck 2 deluxe cabins\, each with one double bed\, private bathroom\, on the main deck The MV BavariaWe’ll have a full board that consists of breakfast\, lunch\, an afternoon snack\, dinner\, and all drinks except alcohol. Every diver can do up to 4 dives a day\, except for the last day\, with two dives offered. This means you can do 22 dives in 6 days! Nitrox is available on the boat\, and its use is very much encouraged!  Typical soft coral formation around the Similan IslandsThe diving All dives will be guided by an experienced guide\, typically with a ratio of 4 divers per dive guide. The dive sites around the Similan islands are full of life and color\, usually rather shallow dives with lots of macro\, turtles and smaller rays. Koh Bon has a large cleaning station and is famous for the chance of seeing Manta Rays (the biggest kind\, OCEANIC MANTAS\, with a wing span of up to 29ft). Ben personally saw Mantas as big as 20ish ft on this site. Koh Tachai is another island on our route with a pinnacle dive site\, great coral growth and incredible underwater landscape. Here we’ll have a chance to see big pelagics as well. The second Whale Shark Ben has ever seen and the first one he took a picture ofThe Surin Islands offer unspoiled diving close to the border with Myanmar. Hardly anyone dives in Surin\, because it’s far away from the Similans and we’ll go out of our way to make sure that we’ll have the chance to see these unspoiled islands. We are in for a treat! Richelieu Rock was discovered and loved as a recreational dive site by Jacques Cousteau and is likely Ben’s favorite dive site ever. It is very colorful\, has tons of fish\, usually a huge group of Jacks right under the surface\, as well as plenty of macro with seahorses\, frogfish\, and maybe the very big guys…. You only know how amazing it is if you’ve had the opportunity to see it… One of the many pools that the hotel offers\, overlooking the beach and sunsetThe hotel We will spend 5 nights (4 before the liveaboard trip and 1 after) in the Seaview Resort Khao Lak\, which is set on Nang Thong Beach\, an extensive stretch of fine sands framed by the emerald blue waters of the Andaman Sea and against a mountainous background. The Hotel features multiple pools\, restaurants\, bars and plenty of other amenities. It is directly on the beach\, but also in town giving us plenty of opportunity to explore the quaint town of Khao Lak with it’s restaurants\, beaches and local market. White sand beach\, right outside your roomDATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from April 18th to April 29th. This means that you’ll fly out Friday night\, April 17th\, and will be back in the States Thursday\, April 30th. Because of the fantastic connecting times and great service onboard\, we decided to book Etihad Airways for the Scuba Dreams Crew. Etihad Airways OUTBOUNDATL-HKTFirst flight:ATL-AUH April 16th 22:00 flight number EY14Layover in Abu Dhabi 1:45h Second flight:AUH-HKT April 17th 21:15 Flight number EY410Landing in Phuket at 7:00 on April 18th INBOUNDFirst flight:HKT-AUH April 30th 2:25 flight number EY415Layover in Abu Dhabi 2:50h Second flight:AUH-ATL April 30th 9:20 flight number EY13Landing in ATL 16:20 on April 30th These are the best prices and connections on any flight we could find out of ATL.We can answer all questions concerning travel to Phuket; just send us an email. The local night market in Bang Niang\, 5 minutes from our hotelTRIP COSTS The rooms will be located in the beach wing of the hotel. The liveaboard will be available in 4 different categories\, which you can choose according to your preference. There are 2 deluxe cabins\, 6 twin comfort cabins\, 2 double comfort cabins\, and 2 standard cabins. The entire eleven night trip is priced as follows by room type: Room TypesDiver DoubleDiver single (hotel)Diver singleRooms AvailableBeds availableStandard (Bunk)$2\,499$2\,649$4\,09924Comfort Twin$2\,699$2\,849NA612Comfort Double$2\,599NA$4\,29924Deluxe$2\,799NA$4\,59924All prices include 6 nights on the liveaboard MV Bavaria with full board (4 meals)\, snacks\, drinks (except alcohol\, which can be purchased on board)\, up to 22 dives with dive guides\, tanks and weights\, in a double occupancy cabin. 5 nights of accommodation in Khao Lak Seaview Resort with breakfast\, in a double occupancy room (there are limited options for single rooms at the hotel – see pricing). Transfers from the airport to the hotel in Khao Lak and back. Transfer from the hotel to the boat and back. Prices don’t include National Park fees for the liveaboard trip\, which is around $90\, and Nitrox\, which is going to be around $90 for all dives ($4.00/dive). These costs will have to be paid on site\, directly to the dive shop. PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE FLIGHTS AND NATIONAL PARK FEES! Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Review our full terms and conditions here: https://scubadreamstravel.com/terms-conditions/ Book HereFor information on single occupancy\, extra dives\, Nitrox\, and other special requests\, please email info@scubadreamstravel.com   To get a better idea of the boat and the diving\, check out the following videos I’ve found on youtube.
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/thailand-similan-islands-scuba-trip-2/
CATEGORIES:International Event
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SUMMARY:Dive the Georgia Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:Book HereJourney with Gentle Giants is the only opportunity in the world where you are guaranteed to dive with whale sharks\, manta rays\, and thousands of other fish. Suit up to SCUBA dive in the pristine waters of the Ocean Voyager exhibit for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.  Getting spots to this once-in-a-lifetime experience is very difficult. Scuba Dreams booked all of the slots on this particular date. The demand is always high\, so be quick\, otherwise it’ll be sold out before you know it! This trip includes the entrance fee to the Aquarium\, a T-Shirt and a video of your dive! After careful review of their costs\, the GA Aquarium has raised its prices for the dive in the Whale Shark exhibit significantly from 2025 to 2026. Booking this trip with Scuba Dreams saves each person $100 over booking it directly with the GA Aquarium on their website. Book Here
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CATEGORIES:Local Event
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SUMMARY:Cozumel Scuba Group Trip
DESCRIPTION:Book HereWe have planned an amazing trip to Cozumel\, Mexico. This is such a great trip\, as Cozumel is easy to get to and some of the best diving is available via a short\, one-leg\, direct flight. WHERE ARE WE GOING? We are going to Cozumel for a group scuba trip! Five days of diving\, enjoying the beach and the many amenities of the beautiful Iberostar hotel\, and exploring Cozumel. Cozumel is widely regarded as one of the best Caribbean dive destinations and rightfully so! The island of Cozumel is located just off the east coast of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula and is directly across the water from Playa Del Carmen.  Located on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef (the second-largest coral reef system in the world)\, Cozumel is an incredible spot for turquoise Caribbean waters\, white sand beaches\, and world-class diving and snorkeling. WHY COZUMEL? We chose to spend seven nights on Cozumel\, because it has everything a diver could wish for. Beautiful reefs\, lots of fish and variety of underwater life\, drift diving\, beautiful beaches\, and fantastic resorts. The island also has a lot to offer besides diving. The town is fun to explore\, a scooter ride to the east side of the island is a lot of fun\, and there are some of the oldest known Mayan ruins that can be visited. THE DIVING All dives will be guided by experienced dive guides of the well-known and great dive operation of Dressel Divers Cozumel. Dressel has many dive locations around the Caribbean\, but only sends their most experienced staff to their prime dive shop in the Iberostar hotel. The dive center is located in the hotel and has it’s own jetty for their 4 boats.Cozumel is almost surrounded by the Mesoamerican Reef\, which is why the island is considered one of the best dive areas in the world. The island features 40 different dive sites that have depths ranging from 10 to 100 feet and are teeming with tropical fish and colorful reefs. We’ll have 5 days of double tank dives included. The dive sites are very close to the hotel\, so most of the days we’ll stop at the hotel between dives. THE HOTEL The Iberostar hotel is not only regarded as one of the best (or maybe THE BEST…) hotels of Cozumel\, it’s also the most southern hotel on the island\, which is the main reason we decided to stay here. The best and least crowded dive sites of the island are in front of or just south of the hotel. Most other dive shops need to have long boat rides to sites that we can reach in a few minutes. The hotel itself is beautifully arranged with the surrounding nature. The fully equipped bungalow-style suites offer a family-friendly atmosphere\, from which you can easily access the pools\, spa\, or the extensive beach. We are booked on an all-inclusive plan that includes all meals and drinks\, including alcohol. The hotel is well known for its great kitchen and also offers themed restaurants. DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from May 9th to 16th 2026. There will be direct flights with Delta from Atlanta to Cozumel available for this trip\, and also many options with a one-stop layover. All transfers from Cozumel airport to the hotel are included in the travel price. TRIP SUMMARY Package includes:  – 7 nights’ accommodations  – All-inclusive meals and drinks (alcohol included)  – Free Roundtrip airport transfers from Cozumel airport  – 5 days of 2-tank boat diving  – Free Nitrox Package does not include: -Marine Park Fee: approximately $10 per diver per day. Paid to the dive shop at checkout. – Tourist Tax: approximately $4 per day. Paid to the resort at checkout. PRICES Diver in double occupancy: $2099 Diver in single occupancy: $2799 Non-diver in double occupancy: $1499 Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Review our full terms and conditions here: https://scubadreamstravel.com/terms-conditions/ Book HereFor more information or special requests\, please email info@scubadreamstravel.com
URL:https://scubadreamstravel.com/event/cozumel-scuba-group-trip-3/
LOCATION:Iberostar Cozumel\, Carretera Costera Sur Km 17782\, Cozumel\, 77600\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:International Event
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