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The Best Scuba Diving in Utila
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Dive Courses
Let's blow some bubbles
Diving into the serene waters of Utila opens a gateway to unparalleled underwater adventures. At our esteemed dive center, we offer a range of SSI (Scuba Schools International) beginner courses tailored to introduce newcomers to the mesmerizing marine world safely and enjoyably.
Discover the Perfect Course for You
Choosing the right entry point into scuba diving is crucial.
We provide several beginner-friendly courses, each designed to cater to different comfort levels and time commitments.
SSI Try Scuba Diving
✅ Duration: ~2-3 hours
✅ Maximum Depth: 5 meters (16 feet)
✅ Age Requirement: 8+
SSI Basic Diver
✅ Duration: 1 full day
✅ Maximum Depth: 12 meters (40 feet)
✅ Age Requirement: 10
SSI Scuba Diver
✅ Duration: 2-3 days
✅ Maximum Depth: 12 meters (40 feet)
✅ Age Requirement: 10+
SSI Open Water Diver
✅ Duration: 3-4 days
✅ Maximum Depth: 18 meters (60 feet)
✅ Age Requirement: 10+
SSI Advanced Adventurer
✅ Duration: 2-3 days
✅ Maximum Depth: 30 meters (100 feet)
✅ Age Requirement: 10+ (Junior Advanced Adventurer) / 15+ (Advanced Adventurer)
SSI Try Scuba Diving – A Quick Introduction to Diving
✅ Duration: ~2-3 hours
✅ Maximum Depth: 5 meters (16 feet)
✅ Age Requirement: 8+
Not sure if scuba diving is for you? Try Scuba Diving is a short, supervised experience where you’ll get a feel for breathing underwater in a safe, controlled environment. No prior experience needed—just curiosity and excitement!
SSI Basic Diver – A One-Day Underwater Adventure
✅ Duration: 1 full day
✅ Maximum Depth: 12 meters (40 feet)
✅ Age Requirement: 10+
The Basic Diver course is ideal for those wanting to experience real diving without committing to full certification. It includes a theory session, confined water practice, and an open water dive in Utila’s vibrant marine environment. Plus, you can credit this dive toward future certifications!
SSI Scuba Diver – Your First Step Toward Certification
✅ Duration: 2-3 days
✅ Maximum Depth: 12 meters (40 feet)
✅ Age Requirement: 10+
Pressed for time? The Scuba Diver certification is perfect for those who want to learn the basics but can’t complete the full Open Water course. This certification allows you to dive under the supervision of a professional and can be upgraded to Open Water Diver later.
SSI Open Water Diver – Become a Certified Diver
✅ Duration: 3-4 days
✅ Maximum Depth: 18 meters (60 feet)
✅ Age Requirement: 10+
The SSI Open Water Diver course is the gold standard in beginner dive certifications. This globally recognized course includes theory lessons, pool/confined water practice, and four open water dives, giving you the confidence and skills to explore the underwater world independently with a buddy.
SSI Advanced Adventurer – Take Your Skills to the Next Level
✅ Duration: 2-3 days
✅ Maximum Depth: 30 meters (100 feet)
✅ Age Requirement: 10+ (Junior Advanced Adventurer) / 15+ (Advanced Adventurer)
Already an Open Water Diver? The SSI Advanced Adventurer program is your gateway to deeper, more challenging dives. This course lets you try five different specialty dives, such as:
🌊 Deep Diving – Go beyond 18 meters and explore deeper dive sites.
🧭 Navigation – Learn to use a compass and natural landmarks underwater.
💡 Night Diving – Experience the ocean’s nocturnal magic.
🚢 Wreck Diving – Discover sunken ships and hidden history.
🐠 Perfect Buoyancy – Improve your control and reduce air consumption.
By completing this course, you’ll increase your depth limit to 30 meters (100 feet) and gain valuable skills for future diving adventures.
Why DIVE with Captain Morgan’s
Go with the one that’s right for you
Experience
With a combined 50+ years experience in the Scuba Diving Industry you won’t come across a better dive experience on Utila. From Kevin the owner with more than 25 years in the industry and our Manager with over 20 years experience you are in good hands. Join us today and discover Utila.
Education
Come join us today and begin your scuba diving adventure. We offer all course from SSI Open Water through SSI Dive Master. Our programs are built upon the individual student offering a better experience.
Friendly Staff
An important aspect of any Dive School is a friendly and welcoming staff. At Captain Morgan’s we believe in treating our clients as friends which is why so many come back. Join us today and dive with the Captain Morgan’s Family.
