Tobago Diving: Introduction
A comprehensive guide to recreational scuba diving on Tobago
"touch nothing but your soul, leave nothing
except bubbles and take nothing except memories"
Experts have always agreed that Tobago offers world-class diving. However, it is only recently that the island has developed enough to attract more than the most dedicated SCUBA addicts. Thrilling drift dives, the opportunity to swim with pelagics and view some of the largest recorded brain coral in the world will excite even the most experienced diver.
Whether you’re a raw beginner or an advanced diver, Tobago has a lot to offer to both experienced divers and those of limited experience, who will find it the perfect destination to stimulate their interest. Visitors wanting to try the sport for the first time will find friendly, expert tuition in conditions that are guaranteed to whet their appetite and have them returning for many years to come.
Until relatively recently, diving facilities have been limited, but they’re improving rapidly and the best services on the island are now easily on a par with those of any other destination.
Diving is not a sport for risk takers and should only be undertaken under the supervision of an expert, responsible divemaster. Cutting corners to save a few dollars has the potential to cost you your life. We hope that the following information helps you to make the most of your holiday and to minimise the risks of this thrilling sport.
Our dive guide is split up into various articles for your convenience. You can jump to any section by clicking on the tabs at the top and bottom of the page, or from the linked index below:
- Overview – an introduction to scuba diving on Tobago
- Essentials – preparing for your holiday; learning to dive and our top ten tips
- Conservation – things you must bear in mind while diving, plus reef information
- Sites – a comprehensive list of Tobago dive sites
- Choosing – how to select an appropriate dive service
- Services – a comprehensive guide to dive services on Tobago
- Hazards – a few reminders of things to avoid
- More Info – diving organisation plus further reading and Internet resources
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