I want to start off by saying that I am so proud of myself for not giving up and accomplishing this…read morechallenging task. I want to say the cost of my training was $499 total. There was a special going on online for the spring weeks, and let me tell you, it was too good to pass up! Everywhere else was really expensive and did not include dive gear. I was lucky because I was supposed to get certified a month before I started with BLA, so I already had open water approved dived gear that I bought at a local dive shop. The only thing I needed from BLA was booties because I wanted an extra pair. Class days were from 8am-5pm and they cover EVERYTHING! It is a very thorough class and if you get Spencer, you'll be glad to know he is upbeat, light-hearted, and detailed. (I can only speak for my instructor this is not to say no one else is.) The pool days are challenging because you are toting your gear, but this is what builds strength, endurance, mental stimulation, and lets face it, RESPONSIBILITY. You are responsible for all of your things, so get used to carrying it. On beach days, I had my husband drive and carry my tanks for me to ease any extra stress, they didn't mind, but on pool days, I did it all myself. I want to give a special thank you to Nathan, dive master who was just as poised, supportive, and informative as my dive instructor. We had fun on beach days. 2nd day was better than the first. The sun eas out, better visibility, we saw a horn shark, I saw a lobster chillin by himself in the sand. It was great! I appreciate how professional and composed my dive Instructor, Spencer was under the water, that can't be easy. He was rather hard on us, but it's because he wants us to master the skills and really understand everything there is to know. Scuba diving is fun, but should be taken seriously when learning the ins, outs, hows, and whats. It is a guaranteed work out! No kidding. Hydrate and take food with you. Eat lost of bananas, I drank protein shakes on my beach days. I am proud to say I started my training April 1st, and received my open water diver certification April 14th. I am not here to pretend like this was easy, it wasn't, but it wasn't impossible either. It can be done if you ask questions, pay attention, and don't give up. Remember: once you are certified is a lifetime accomplishment, so get it done! The hardest part for me was the cold water San Diego had to offer! Thank you Beyond Land Adventures, I look forward to taking some more dive courses with you. I recommend this shop if you are trying to get the full experience and be comfortable with diving after training. They're very informative and are passionate about what they do.

Our experience with Beyondland Adventures was unfortunately a mixed bag that left us unable to…read morecomplete our dives that weekend. The pool day was a great start. Daphna was attentive, supportive, and helped us have a successful day of pool dives -- we felt like we were in good hands. The one hiccup was that the wetsuit provided to my fiancé for the pool session had gaping holes in the knees. By the end of the weekend, my partner wasn't sure whether more pool time would be needed before moving on to the ocean dives. To feel comfortable about the upcoming dive she checked in advance to confirm that the ocean dive suit would be a different one -- not the damaged pool suit. We were assured it would be. Come Friday evening, we arrived at the shop to pick up gear ahead of Saturday's ocean dives, only to find that the wetsuit set aside for us was the same pool suit with holes. When we raised the issue and asked about viable fixes, things quickly went sideways. Skyler seemed overwhelmed and unable to work through a solution with us. Mid-conversation -- while we were still actively discussing options -- Skyler walked away, leaving us standing there confused and disheartened. Emotions ran high, so we stepped away to collect ourselves. I went back in trying to find a moment of Skylar's time to help bring acknowledgement to the feelings that arose. It seemed at first we would get to have that but I then at a moment things changed and we didn't get to solve it then and things got busy. I waited patiently hoping for a moment to come but it never did. At the end of the day after waiting hours I could share the issue in more detail and how it escalated, but left feeling unheard about the issue when explanation of issue was responded with retorts of how I might handle things. I did my best to make it a constructive conversation still aiming for a solution - but the experience was disheartening and the point was reached that nothing was going to work. Unfortunately we didn't complete the weekend dives with the gear and the experience on Friday detracted from the whole thing. I do want to give credit to Daphna, who stepped in afterward to help us arrange things so we could still get certified on our upcoming trip. She reached out and was responsive to concerns and ultimately wanted us to enjoy the activity of Scuba diving wherever that would be.

I recently took a trip with DiveGuy Charters to Point Loma. The kelp beds were stunning, and we…read morealso got to explore a dive site called Seven Fantoms. I attached some photos of our trip, so check them out. I would definitely recommend doing trips with this charter. Captain Guy has so much experience, not only as a diver and instructor, but also knows so many dive sites in the area that will suit any level of diving. Book a trip today!!

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Going diving with great white sharks was an absolute dream trip for me, and after a lot of research…read morewe chose San Diego Shark Diving Expeditions for a trip to Guadalupe Island. The booking process / communication was excellent and the trip was absolutely amazing! The staff was wonderful - so happy to answer any questions and share their knowledge, the food was spectacular, and we saw sharks every day! I have so many good memories of the trip, and my husband and I are hoping to go back!

I booked two dives with Doc and his crew and was greatly impressed with the operation…read more From guiding me through how to prepare and what to pack, to meeting us before boarding with gift bags and Shark stories, Doc was there. The crew was fantastic - safety first - Captain, mates, dive masters, all phenomenal but I have to draw special praise to the hostesses and the Chef and galley. They go out of their way to make sure you have the best trip of your life. I loved it so much I did it again next year. Both of my trips we saw lots of sharks and the water was super clear. I highly recommend the trip, it's a magical place to be. https://youtu.be/_zTtB2RjCjQ

These gentlemen are wonderful! So thankful for their help! Professional, kind, and thorough. 10/10…read morewould recommend Pedro!

Justin was so helpful and knowledgeable about the services our boat required.Don't know how we…read morecould have still been enjoying our boat if not for him and his services. Highly recommended. He has a lifelong customer

Odyssea Adventures is absolutely the top choice for diving in San Diego! My friends and I just had…read morean incredible day out with them, and we're all very happy--grinning from ear to ear the whole trip and still buzzing about it days later. The team delivered outstanding professionalism and a true customer-oriented approach, with excellent communication from booking through to the dives: quick responses, clear instructions, and flexibility that made everything stress-free. Safety stands out as their core strength--detailed yet approachable briefings, vigilant guides, and smooth operations that put everyone at ease, even on challenging wreck dives to the Yukon and Ruby E. A huge shoutout to instructor Alex, who is truly awesome and special with her exceptional understanding and guidance--he made complex skills feel intuitive and kept the energy high while ensuring we all progressed confidently. Their beautiful 40-foot yacht ODYSSEA is a standout: speedy, luxurious, and expertly set up for diving, turning surface intervals into pure relaxation with plenty of space and comforts. We dove through thriving kelp forests alive with marine life, encountered playful sea lions, horn sharks, and countless other wonders, all in intimate small groups that allowed for tailored guidance and maximum enjoyment. For anyone seeking safe, exhilarating, and memorable dives with a crew passionate about the ocean and guest satisfaction, Odyssea Adventures is unbeatable--my friends and I can't wait to go back!

If you are looking for a boat cruise in San Diego, you want this one!! I booked the party boat with…read moreseveral girlfriends for my bachelorette. Captain Fletcher made the booking process a breeze, answering questions and providing us with all the info we needed. On the day of, we had Captain Tyler and Alex. They were the best!! This was the absolute highlight of the weekend. The boat was awesome - very spacious with a bathroom, they set up a floating dock and had a paddle board. Captain Tyler and Alex were attentive throughout making sure we had drinks, captured photos, gave us jackets when it got cold. It was also absolutely stunning views, I recommend booking later in the day so you can catch the sunset! We didn't want it to end. Thank you!

This was a fantastic trip. The crew for the Coronado Island trip included Sam and Brandon, who were…read morean absolute delight and excellent at what they do. The staff was very helpful at check-in as well. This trip took about the whole day, so be prepared. 7 AM to 5 PM is how the day went. There were three different diving spots, with enough time allocated at each spot. They offer diving with sea lions, which is a very unique experience. If you're scared of sea lions like me, it might be a bit scary because they are everywhere. There was soup and chips on board to grab whenever, and hot cocoa and tea were also available the entire time. Overall, it was a wonderful day spent with Waterhouse Charters, and I highly recommend them.

Great team running these boats and dives. They hold the standard and make sure everyone is safe…read morewhile maintaining great customer service. Even if it's your first time diving with them, they will make you feel like a repeat customer.

Randy would go the extra mile for you, The best instructor…read moreI've ever had , Very calm and extremely knowledgeable I'm really lucky to be in his class Thank you for all the hard work. You deserve more than 5 stars . Wish you all the best and thanks again Randy

I just recently completed my Tec 40, 45, and 50 with Randy. He is very knowledgeable, patient, and…read morealways puts safety first. His primary goal is to bring out the best in his students. One of the things I valued most was that someone would be filming our dives. After each dive we would do a debrief where he would suggest ways to improve buoyancy, trim, equipment placement, and also critiques our handling of critical skills that we were put through. Randy also places a very big emphasis on team diving. During Tec diving you realize the importance of team awareness so that we all go home safely. He always takes the time not only to explain things, but also illustrates why they need to be done a specific way. I highly recommend Randy to obtain your certifications. You will grow so much as a diver under the guidance of this skilled and passionate instructor. I know I have. Thank you Randy.

As always a great day diving with the Marissa! Very welcoming and helpful crew and knowledgeable…read moremakes the whole experience worth it. Can't wait to go back!

If there was 10 stars....id pick that!! Love this vessel…read moreand the crew is amazing and can't forget about the pups. The attn to detail is and has ALWAYS been amazing. Captn's Lora and Chris thank you everytime I go out with you.