Mirissa Scuba Diving Experience

Meet at the designated diving center in Mirissa (exact location and timing confirmed upon booking, typically morning). Check in and complete necessary paperwork including medical questionnaire to ensure fitness for diving. Meet your certified diving instructor (PADI or SSI qualified) who will guide you throughout the experience. Begin with a comprehensive safety briefing and equipment orientation covering: how to breathe through a regulator, equalizing ear pressure during descent, hand signals for underwater communication, buoyancy control basics, what to do in unlikely emergencies, and proper use of all equipment. Get fitted with your scuba gear including wetsuit (if needed), BCD (buoyancy control device), regulator, oxygen tank, mask, fins, and weight belt. All equipment is maintained to international safety standards and regularly serviced. For first-time divers (Discover Scuba Diving): Start with shallow water training where you'll practice breathing underwater, clearing your mask, and basic skills in a controlled environment (pool or very shallow sea area) under close instructor supervision. Once comfortable, proceed to the actual dive at a nearby dive site (typically 5-12 meters depth). Your instructor stays within arm's reach throughout the dive. Explore coral formations, colorful reef fish, possibly sea turtles, rays, and other marine life. The dive lasts approximately 30-45 minutes depending on air consumption and comfort level. For certified divers: Present your certification card. After briefing, proceed directly to the boat and dive site. Depending on your certification level, dive to appropriate depths. Explore Mirissa's underwater sites which may include coral gardens, rock formations, and diverse marine life. Dive lasts approximately 40-60 minutes. Throughout the dive, whether beginner or certified, safety is paramount. Ascent is controlled with safety stops as required. Surface safely and return to shore or boat. After the dive, there's time for discussion, questions, and sharing the experience. Many divers describe their first breath underwater as a life-changing moment of tranquility and wonder. Return to the diving center for gear removal and fresh water rinse. Receive a brief de-brief from your instructor. The total experience including briefing, equipment setup, boat travel (if applicable), diving, and debriefing lasts approximately 4-5 hours. Return with incredible memories of breathing underwater and experiencing the ocean from a completely new perspective.