Scuba Diving in West Cork with Bantry Bay Charters

If you are looking for an extraordinary experience then Discover Scuba is for you.

GROUPS & INDIVIDUALS

Discover Scuba

This exciting program is designed for those who have no experience with scuba diving, but who would like to explore the underwater world. During this activity you’ll learn the basics how to snorkel and scuba dive under the direct supervision of PADI Professionals.

€150 Per Person

3 Hours

Ages 12 +

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For more course info on Padi Open Water, Padi advanced Open Water please contact us

Our ADVENTUREs

Your Scuba Experience

What’s Included

Tuition of PADI Professionals
Full scuba gear
Snorkelling and scuba diving experience

What to Bring

Personal swimsuit and towel
Warm clothing for after dive
Flask with hot beverage suggested but not essential

More important information about your tour.

Your Boat

for the day

From Glengarriff / Zetland Pier or Creveen or the option of an indoor scuba course at
The Water School, Ballylickey.

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Your Skipper

for the daY

Your Instructor for the Day – We like to mix things up so you could have either Brian or Jerry as your instructor

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Checklist

what to bring

Make sure you come prepared for the adventure ahead by downloading our PDF checklist prior to your day on the bay.

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We provide life jackets to all. All charters have the provision of a safe and secure trip on-board and a comfortable stable boat with outside seating and toilet facilities. The mackerel fishing trip is dependent on weather and catches cannot be guaranteed, but we will certainly try our best.

REVIEWS

What people are saying about our boat tours

“Absolutely brilliant. Ireland’s waters are extremely rich in life and the displays here are top-notch. I learned a *lot*. Thanks to very helpful staff member Laura, I learned that the lumpsuckers – beautiful fish — need to be “burped” occasionally, in their tank! The variety of wrasses was amazing, as were the anglerfish and the seahorse. I plan to dive on Monday if the weather cooperates, but I am sure I saw more here than I will in the wild!”

Robert M. Corless – June 2022

“Amazing day out! Best boat tour we have ever done! Skipper Brian gave us the best experience possible, with his depth of local knowledge, passion for the area and hugely entertaining personality. We learned about the local wildlife, fished for mackerel, and he even cooked us up a tasty pot of mussels!”

Trip Advisor

“We had the most incredible, memorable family trip out on the Bay with Darren & Bantry Charters, we relaxed in the sun on the boat & got a totaly different perspective of the scenery of the Bay, Bantry & Whiddy, caught fresh pollack for our dinner & got to see 2 whales, amazing! Would highly recommend & will definitely plan a return trip!”

Claire Hayden – Facebook Review

“Absolutely top class we loved it. Niall and Luke really looked after us we did a three hour tour which included the best Dolphin watching we have ever done and we also caught some fish. Made the kids at ease straight away and it was just lots and lots of fun. 5 stars all the way.”

Dan Stenson – Google Review

“Could not say enough about what an amazing day we had, we celebrated my sons birthday and the kids caught, cooked and ate their own fish. Darren and crew are unreal from the sights , the fishing, everything. An amazing day Thanks all”

Gillian Morris – Facebook

“I booked the wildlife tour, Sea angling, and the sunset cruise for my family. We had the absolute best time with BB Charters. Darren and Brian were excellent guides and great with our 2 children. We learned a lot about the history of the area as well as the sea life. Sharon was brilliant advising us what to bring to make sure we were prepared for all of our trips. We will definitely be back next year. Thank you Bantry Bay Charters!”

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