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Aruba Private Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers, max 40 ft
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Checked October 21, 2026 Viator listing, prices by option, departure times and pickup notes; the operator's itinerary
Underdog Divers takes you on a private beginner dive in Aruba at a site chosen for the day's sea conditions. The 2.5 hour program costs $120 per adult for 2 to 8 people or $150 for a solo adult. Starts are at 9 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Hotel or apartment pickup comes 30 minutes earlier. You have your own instructor with no strict time limit on the program.
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Aruba Private Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers, max 40 ft at a glance
| For | No certification required; basic swimming skills required |
| Dives | One guided dive with a private instructor |
| Hours | Allow 2.5 hours; the program has no strict time limit |
| Price is per | Adult: $150 alone or $120 each for 2 to 8 people; youth ages 10 to 17 pay $110 each |
| Departures | Weekdays at 9 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. |
| Pickup | Hotel or apartment entrance at 8:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. |
| Booking size | Up to 8 people per booking, ages 10 and over |
| Medical form | Complete the medical questionnaire through booking messages before your dive |
| Main trade-off | Leave at least 18 hours between your dive and any flight |
| In the price | pick up service for max 8 persons, use of SCUBA equipment |
| Not in the price | nothing listed |
| Guide languages | English, Spanish, Dutch |
| Cancellation | Full refund until 24 hours before the start; nothing after |
Read from the operator's listing on Viator for the named options, October 15, 2026. Prices are Viator's listed prices in US dollars, re-read every night; last read October 21, 2026.
What's included
- Pick up service for max 8 persons
- Use of SCUBA equipment
What's not included
- Nothing listed
Price by option
Which option to book
Underdog's single private dive option lasts 2.5 hours with your instructor and gear. The adult price depends on your party size. The rate is per person.
| Option | Price | Departures |
|---|---|---|
| Aruba Private Scuba Diving for Non certified divers! max 40 ft. | $120 per adult (2 to 8 people) · $110 youth 10 to 17 | 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. |
The catch: Basic swimming skills are required. Leave at least 18 hours between the dive and any flight.
The session
How does the day work?
Underdog's private session begins on land. You then enter the water with your instructor.
- 1
Land briefing
On land, the briefing covers the dive plan and safety over about 20 minutes. It also explains how the equipment works.
- 2
Shallow water practice
Simple exercises in shallow water help you get comfortable with the equipment.
- 3
Private dive
The guided dive has a maximum depth of 40 feet (12 meters). It starts once you're comfortable with the practice skills.
The 2.5 hour session includes about 20 minutes of briefing and the private program has no strict time limit. You finish at the meeting point.
Pickup and meeting point
- Hotels and apartments: Come outside your main entrance 30 minutes before the session. Pickup is at 8:30 a.m. for 9 a.m. or 1 p.m. for 1:30 p.m.
- Meeting point: The meeting point is Mangel Halto Beach Sign on Google Maps. The team wears bright long sleeved shirts with the Underdog Divers logo.
- Own transport: With your own transport, you arrange the dive site with your instructor in advance based on sea conditions.
- Using pickup: The instructor chooses the dive location for the day's sea conditions when you use pickup.
From the desk
- At the desk the question was whether a nervous beginner could take extra time. I'd choose Underdog's private program for that, provided you can swim and leave 18 hours before flying.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
This private session fits if you want your own instructor for a first dive. The 2.5 hour program follows your own pace. Basic swimming skills are required with at least 18 hours between the dive and a flight.
For a lower price, Nautilus offers a first dive with pickup for $99 per person. SEARUBA's beginner program fits if you want 4 hours with pool or confined water practice at $115 per person.
Who it's not for
- You need basic swimming skills to join.
- This dive isn't recommended during pregnancy or with poor cardiovascular health.
- You can't fly less than 18 hours after diving.
- Children under 10 can't join.
Good to know
Know before you go
The minimum age is 10. You need basic swimming skills but no previous diving experience.
Complete the required medical questionnaire through booking messages before diving. This activity is not recommended during pregnancy or with poor cardiovascular health.
Leave at least 18 hours between diving and any flight.
Weekday sessions start at 9 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Hotel or apartment pickup is outside the main entrance at 8:30 a.m. or 1 p.m.
Scuba equipment is included. The ticket is mobile and you can book up to 8 people.
You get a full refund for cancellations at least 24 hours before departure. There's no refund within 24 hours.
Reviews
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Alternatives
Which tour should I choose instead?
For a lower beginner price
Aruba PADI Scuba Diving Program Non Certified DiversNautilus runs a beginner shore dive at Mangel Halto for $99 per person with free hotel pickup. It takes 3 hours. Each booking holds up to 4 people.
★ 4.8 · 137 reviews · from $99 per adult
For practice before open water
Discover Scuba Diving ArubaThe beginner program starts at 12:30 p.m. and takes 4 hours with pool or confined water practice. It's $115 per person. Free transport is only for guests without a rental car.
★ 4.8 · 159 reviews · from $115 per adult
For a shorter first dive
Small-Group Aruba Scuba Diving for Non-Certified DiversThe beginner shore dive takes 2 hours at 2 p.m. Each instructor takes up to 2 divers at $114 per person plus the BBO fee.
★ 4.9 · 210 reviews · from $114 per adult
Good to know
People also ask
- Do I need certification for Underdog Divers Aruba's private scuba experience?
No certification is required for this beginner program. You can join from age 10 if you have basic swimming skills.
- How much is the Underdog Divers Aruba private dive?
The price is $150 for a solo adult or $120 per adult in a party of 2 to 8. You pay $110 per youth aged 10 to 17. Gear and pickup are included.
- How long is the private scuba session with Underdog Divers Aruba?
Plan on 2.5 hours for the session. Weekday starts are at 9 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. The private program has no strict time limit.
- Does Underdog Divers Aruba include hotel pickup?
Hotel or apartment pickup is included 30 minutes before the session. Meet the driver outside the entrance at 8:30 a.m. in the morning or 1 p.m. in the afternoon.
- How long after an Underdog Divers Aruba dive can I fly?
You need at least 18 hours between diving and any flight. Check your departure time before choosing the dive session.
Prices as Viator lists them, re-read every night; last read October 21, 2026. Times and conditions as of October 15, 2026. Tours book on Viator at Viator's price; if you book through the button, Viator pays us a commission and your price is the same.