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Half-day Experience Diving Tour <Beach Entry / 1 Dive>

Highlights

Even beginners can participate with peace of mind without worrying about their surroundings.
All you need is a swimsuit! We will prepare all the rental equipment and towels for you.
We offer free photos and videos taken during the tour!

What to expect

Experience diving tour guided by Mr. Shinya, a certified PADI instructor. Since it's completely private for one group or up to two people, couples, families, and friends can enjoy without any worries.

What's included

Towel
Scuba diving equipment
Photo and video shooting
Japanese-speaking instructor
English-speaking instructor

Packages (2)

Single person planDailyfrom USD 94.04

Two-person plan/Private charterDailyfrom USD 94.04

Schedule

Gather at the shop or we will pick you up at the bus stop 'In front of Big Two
Reception
We will conduct health checks and so on.
STEP1 Briefing (Explanation)
We will explain how to use the equipment and tips for enjoying the diving experience.
STEP2 Changing clothes & Moving
You will change into a wetsuit. Once you've changed, we'll drive to the beach where you'll be diving! (About 5 to 10 minutes)
STEP3 Arrival, Practice in shallow water
First, we'll take some time in the shallow water to practice breathing slowly, and for those who are first-timers or worried, we'll start with snorkeling practice to get used to the water.
STEP4 Start of the introductory diving experience
Once we're done practicing in the shallow water, we'll slowly explore underwater! Let's go meet clownfish and beautiful fish♪
We'll also be taking photos and videos, so please let us know if you have any requests.

※Diving time: Approx 40 minutes
STEP5 End of the introductory diving experience
Shower and change of clothes at the shop
We have a warm shower and changing room available (equipped with body soap, shampoo, and conditioner), and we offer free rental of bath towels and hair dryers.
We will either disband at the shop or we can drop you off at the bus stop.

Location and Directions

Check-in / Check-out
Amami Oshima Diving Shop LeapScubaAmami
1349-2 Toshikatsu, Ryugotyo, Oshima District, Kagoshima Prefecture
Parking information
Parking available (free) for 2 cars
<If you are coming by public transportation (bus, etc.)>
Please come to the bus stop 'In front of Big Two'.
Our staff will come to pick you up. (5 minutes by car to the store)

Restrictions

・Those with respiratory diseases such as asthma, pneumothorax, bronchial diseases, etc.
・Those with heart diseases or other circulatory system diseases
・Those with diabetes
Pregnant women
In addition, there may be cases where you cannot participate if there are applicable items in the PADI medical history check other than the above. Permission from a specialist may be required, so if you fall under any of these categories, please contact us before applying.
People between the ages of 12 and 65 can participate.

If minors are participating alone, a consent form from their guardian is required.
Regardless of health condition, people over 50 are generally required to bring a Diver Medical (participant check sheet) signed by a doctor.
Even if you are under 50, if you fall under any of the check items in the Diver Medical, you will need a doctor's signature to participate.
Drinking alcohol within 8 hours before diving is prohibited.
For those who plan to climb mountains, board airplanes, ride hot air balloons, skydive, etc. after diving:

If you have done a single dive (1DIVE), you cannot board/participate within 12 hours.
If you have done repetitive dives (multiple dives = 2DIVE or more), you cannot board/participate within 18 hours.

What to bring

Swimsuit
Sunscreen
Change of clothes (such as a T-shirt)
Beach sandals
Hat
Bag for wet swimsuit
Having a rash guard can also be convenient.

Other requirements

Participants must complete a medical questionnaire and liability waiver on the day of your scuba dive.

Additional notes

About bad weather conditions:

The tour is scheduled to be held even in rainy weather (excluding thunderstorms and sudden heavy rains).
Depending on the weather and sea conditions on the day of participation, the point may be changed, postponed, or cancelled.
There will be no cancellation fee in the following cases:
1.If the tour cannot be held due to poor sea conditions
2.Inevitable cases such as cancellation of airplanes or ships due to typhoons or bad weather.
The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
We do not handle prescription lenses, so if your vision without glasses is less than 0.5, we recommend using disposable lenses such as soft contact lenses.
There may be cases where you will be combined with another customer who has made a reservation for one person. ^[A]

^[A] Applies to: Single person plan