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Dive centre · St Thomas · U.S. Virgin Islands
4.9345 Google reviewsSt. Thomas Dive Center
Explore the reefs and wrecks of the US Virgin Islands with professional PADI instruction from Bolongo Bay.
What sets this centre apart
- PADI affiliated dive centre
- Located at Bolongo Bay Beach Resort
- Boat dives to local reefs and wrecks
- Night diving trips available
- Full kit hire including masks and wetsuits
- Professional instructor and divemaster team
- Instruction available from beginner to professional levels
- English speaking staff
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St. Thomas Dive Center about the centre
St. Thomas Dive Center is situated on the south-east side of St. Thomas at the Bolongo Bay Beach Resort. This location puts you within easy reach of major areas like Redhook and Charlotte Amalie, making it a convenient base for exploring the US Virgin Islands.
The centre focuses on boat-based diving, taking you out to some of the most significant reef systems and wrecks in the region. Whether you are looking for your first experience in the water or are a seasoned diver searching for deeper wrecks, the operations are designed to suit a wide range of abilities.
The club and its team
The team is composed of experienced instructors and divemasters dedicated to high-quality service. They are PADI affiliated and provide instruction in English.
In addition to standard recreational diving, the centre offers specialised services including night dives and 'valet' style diving. They also support the Pets with Wings association as part of their community involvement.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- PADI
- Languages spoken
- English
- Website available in
- English
- Management
- English
- Equipment rental
- complet (masque, palmes, combinaison mentionnés)
- Night diving
- Yes
- On board
- rafraîchissements, équipement déjà préparé
- Access and transfers
- Situé sur le côté sud-est de St. Thomas, au Bolongo Bay Beach Resort. À environ 2 minutes à pied des locations de vacances Watergate Villas et Regatta Point. Environ 10-15 minutes de route de Margaritaville, Ritz Carlton Residences, Redhook, Point Pleasant et Sapphire Beach, ainsi que de la zone de Charlotte Amalie.
- Address
- Bolongo Bay Rd, Bolongo, St Thomas 00802, U.S. Virgin Islands
- Official website
- stthomasdivecenter.com ↗
Courses on offer
As a PADI centre, they offer a comprehensive curriculum starting from Discover Scuba Diving for beginners. For those looking to progress their certifications, they conduct Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water, and Rescue Diver courses.
The training catalogue also includes various PADI Specialty courses and professional pathways, such as the IDC (Instructor Development Course) and the PADI Assistant Instructor programme.
Equipment and gases
The centre provides full equipment hire for those not travelling with their own kit, including masks, fins, and wetsuits. All equipment is prepared and ready for your trip, allowing you to focus on your dive.
Onboard the vessels, you can expect refreshments to be provided during your excursions. The centre is set up to handle the logistics of boat diving efficiently, ensuring your cylinders are ready for the day's plan.
Dive sites with St. Thomas Dive Center
The region is known for its diverse underwater topography, offering both vibrant reef systems and historical wrecks. These sites provide varied environments ranging from shallow reef flats to more complex wreck structures.
Night diving is also a regular part of the local offering, allowing you to see the transition of marine life as the day turns to dusk.
Marine life around St Thomas
The reefs are home to several iconic species that you can encounter during your dives. You should look out for Green sea turtles, reef sharks, and barracuda patrolling the waters.
In the local waters, you may also encounter lionfish. The biodiversity of the area ensures that there is always something to observe, from large pelagics to smaller residents of the reef.
The marine life is spread across various habitats, from the open water near the wrecks to the sheltered areas of the reef flats.
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