BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Athens Scuba - ECPv6.10.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Athens Scuba X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://athensscuba.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Athens Scuba REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20250529T124121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T183512Z UID:10000648-1790427600-1790514000@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Lake Jocassee Weekend DESCRIPTION:On each Lake Jocassee weekends we offer Open Water Check out dives\, fun dives from the boat\, continuing scuba education and scuba specialties. A typical weekend consists of 2 charters\, the first one Saturday morning\, Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning. Each charter is 2 dives from our custom build dive boats on beautiful lake Jocassee\, including tanks and weights. Everyone diver has to pay a $5 state park fee per day on site. Book a Charter URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/lake-jocassee-weekend-12/ LOCATION:Jocassee Dive Shop\, 710 Dive Buddy Lane\, Salem\, South Carolina\, 29676\, United States CATEGORIES:Local Event,Training & Certification Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/boatpic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20260331T184219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T184917Z UID:10000655-1791619200-1791741600@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Dive Land Park Weekend DESCRIPTION:On each Dive Land Park weekend we offer Open Water Check-out dives\, fun dives\, continuing scuba education and scuba specialties. A typical weekend consists of multiple dives on each day. Athens Scuba will pay the entrance fee\, will set up “camp” at an ideal spot for students/fun divers to enter the water and will include 2 dives on each day\, also including tanks and weights. Every diver that wants to use more than 2 tanks per day will have to pay $12 cash or Venmo to Neal for tank filling. Book a Weekend URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/dive-land-park-weekend-3/ LOCATION:401 Webster Chapel Rd\, Glencoe\, AL 35905\, 401 Webster Chapel Rd\,\, AL\, Glencoe\, 35905\, United States CATEGORIES:Local Event,Training & Certification Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/GPTempDownload.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20250518T181347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T183553Z UID:10000646-1792242000-1792328400@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Lake Jocassee Weekend DESCRIPTION:On each Lake Jocassee weekends we offer Open Water Check out dives\, fun dives from the boat\, continuing scuba education and scuba specialties. A typical weekend consists of 2 charters\, the first one Saturday morning\, Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning. Each charter is 2 dives from our custom build dive boats on beautiful lake Jocassee\, including tanks and weights. Everyone diver has to pay a $5 state park fee per day on site. Book a Charter URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/lake-jocassee-weekend-11/ LOCATION:Jocassee Dive Shop\, 710 Dive Buddy Lane\, Salem\, South Carolina\, 29676\, United States CATEGORIES:Local Event,Training & Certification Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/boatpic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20251010T160027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T153153Z UID:10000673-1792314000-1792346400@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Dive the Georgia Aquarium DESCRIPTION:Book HereJourney with Gentle Giants is the only opportunity in the world where you are guaranteed to dive with whale sharks\, manta rays and thousands of other fish. Suit up to SCUBA dive in the pristine waters of the Ocean Voyager exhibit for a once in a lifetime experience.  Getting spots to this once in a lifetime experience is very difficult. Athens Scuba booked all of the slots on this particular date. The demand is always high\, so be quick\, otherwise it’ll be sold out before you know it! This trip includes the entrance fee to the Aquarium\, a T-Shirt and a video of your dive! After careful review of their cost\, the GA Aquarium has raised their prices for the dive in the Whale Shark exhibit significantly from 2025 to 2026. Booking this trip with Athens Scuba saves each person $100 over booking it diretely with the GA Aquarium on their website. Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/dive-the-georgia-aquarium-11/ LOCATION:Cart CATEGORIES:Local Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/journey-with-gentle-giants-dive-5-1440x454-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20250206T175449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T202001Z UID:10000630-1792800000-1793491199@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Fiji Scuba Group Dive Trip DESCRIPTION:Book HereA Trip to FIJI has always been on your bucket list? For us too! That is why we set up another amazing trip to FIJI in October 2026. Experience the best diving in the South Pacific at Fiji’s premiere resort\, Volivoli Beach Resort. Where are we going? Viti Levu is the largest of the islands comprising the South Pacific nation of Fiji. Home to the capital city of Suva\, as well as the majority of Fiji’s residents\, it’s also the site of Fiji’s primary airport. Volivoli Beach Resort is a dedicated Dive Resort on the Suncoast\, in Viti Levu\, and is widely recognized as Fiji’s Premier Dive Resort. It is owned and operated by the Darling family\, 20+ year veterans of the area. Dive facilities are world-class and on-site. All accommodations have ocean views and lush tropical gardens. The Bligh Water is globally renowned for its amazing display of fish\, critters\, pelagic creatures and is the Soft Coral Capital of the World’. Guests enjoy snorkeling\, kayaking\, paddle boarding\, beach volleyball\, fishing\, village culture\, waterfall trips\, dolphin encounters\, island discovery\, and sunset cruises. Volivoli Beach Resort also boats 5 onsite-swimming pools\, 3 bars\, and 2 restaurants.  When are we going? We’ll go in the best season for diving in Fiji\, October of 2026 during the dry season\, when the water is clearest with excellent visibility\, calm seas\, and vibrant coral reefs. The Diving With over 90-incredible dive sites\, in 9 different regions\, accessible by RA Divers’ (the Volivoli in-house dive shop) modern fleet of purpose-built dive boats\, everyday will be as exciting as the next. Boat trips can vary from 12-minutes to 50-minutes depending on sites\, and with over 390 different species of coral\, and over 2\,300 fish species\, a lifetime of diving will simply not be enough. Sites like Breathtaker\, Mellow Yellow\, Black Magic Mountain\, E-6\, Golden Dreams\, Dream Maker\, Amazing Maze\, Heaven’s Door\, Mt Mutiny and Pure Magic\, and so many more\, will have you smiling from ear-to-ear\, and coming back for more-and-more. Just be warned\, once you’ve experienced the Bligh Water with the amazing RA Divers team\, you may just be spoiled for diving anywhere else! For those MACRO enthusiasts\, you can feel free to explore the 3 House Reefs\, these are all ‘go-slow’ sites\, and home to a range of pipefish\, sea horses\, frogfish\, nudibranch\, octopus\, crustaceans\, anemone\, and so much more. They are super shallow\, so you can spend as long as you like\, and since we’re staying at Volivoli on a dive package these are available completely free-of-charge 24x7x365 – unlimited\, that’s right\, dive our 3 House Reefs whenever you wish. The Hotel We will spend 7 nights at the Volivoli Beach Resort.  What started as a backpackers lodge in 2005 has evolved into the award-winning\, four-star boutique resort Volivoli is today. As time has gone by the Resort has gone from strength to strength\, growing into what is known today as Fijis Premier Dive Resort. With over 100 staff from the local villages and community working  at the resort\, many have  been with the resort from the beginning. The staff are focused on sharing the true culture of Fijian hospitality as they welcome international guests from around the world to Volivoli Beach Resort\, providing the guests with a unique and authentic experience of Fiji. We’ll have a choice of room types (see pricing below) with all rooms be complete with luxury amenities and 180 degree ocean views. DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from October 24th – 31st. This means that you’ll fly out of east coast US on Thursday afternoon\, October 22nd and will be back Saturday\, October 31st. Flights are not included in the package deal. There is only one airline flying from the US to Fiji (Nadi International Airport)\, Fiji Airways. Coming from Atlanta\, we will have to connect through either LAX or SFO. Arriving on Nadi\, our airport transfers to Volivoli are included. American Airlines is the only domestic airline that partners with Fiji Airways which is the only airline that flies to Fiji. Your flights should terminate at Nadi International Airport (NAN). On American\, you can layover in Dallas/Fortworth or Los Angeles. Staff have booked the following flights: Thursday\, October 22 ( must leave on the 22nd to arrive on the 24th) AA1051 departing ATL at 6:31PM AA7935 departing DFW at 10:50 PM Saturday\, October 31 AA7934 departing NAN at 9:15 PM AA3212 departing DFW at 6:30 PM TRIP COSTS There are multiple room types available with costs detailed below. Room TypesDiver doubleNon diverSingleAvailable roomsAvailable bedsOcean View$3\,099$2\,200$3\,79948Ocean View Villa$3\,449$2\,600$4\,299241 BR Superior Ocean Front Villa$3\,999$2\,900Upon Request362 BR Family Villa$4\,20014 Triple$3\,600$2\,800 Quadruple$3\,400$2\,500What’s Included? 7 nights accommodation at Volivoli Beach Resort Meal Plan: all meals; no drinks Dive Package: 3 days x 3-tank boat dives and 2 days of 2-tank boat dives; shore dives daily included on boat dive days Tanks and weights Round trip airport transfers from/to NADI airport What’s not Included? International airfare Beverages Nitrox Rental gear PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE FLIGHTS AND NATIONAL PARK FEES Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Payment Due Dates:Deposit- Due when booking\, approximately 25%Final Payment- August 1st Review our full terms and conditions here: https://athensscuba.com/terms-conditions/#travel Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/fiji-scuba-group-dive-trip-2/ LOCATION:South Carolina CATEGORIES:International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/das-grosszugige-pool.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20250208T133727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T202045Z UID:10000632-1794009600-1794700799@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Curacao Scuba Group Trip DESCRIPTION:Book HereWe have planned an amazing trip to Curacao. This will be an amazing trip as Curacao is an easily accessible paradise and we will be staying at an all inclusive seaside resort! An easy to plan\, easy to execute trip of a lifetime! WHERE ARE WE GOING? We are going to Curacao for a 7-night adventure\, diving in some of the most pristine waters of the Caribbean. Curaçao is a Caribbean island and country that’s part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. It’s known for its beaches\, historic sites\, and rugged landscapes. A small island\, approximately 300 square miles\, Curacao is near Bonaire and Aruba just 40 miles north of Venezuela. (Curacao is also known for Curacao Liquer made from the dried peel of the laraha bitter orange\, a citrus fruit grown on Curaçao.)  WHY Curacao? Curacao lies below the hurricane belt and is world renowned for some of the best diving in the Caribbean. the unique position of the island creates an ideal environment for marine life to thrive. With most of the dive sites located on the southern coast\, Ocean Encounters\, the dive shop co-located with our resort\, is perfectly situated to visit a number of these sites during our week on the island  Curacao is the largest of the ABC Islands (Aruba\, Bonaire and Curacao) and is home to some of the most bio-diverse reefs in the Caribbean. The sheltered southern coast is rich in coral\, and suitable for divers of all levels\, with little in the way of adverse conditions at any of the popular dive sites. Divers never seem to be able to stop talking about the beauty of scuba diving Curacao! THE DIVING We will be diving with Ocean Encounters. Their team of passionate\, professional divers thrives on the thrill of exploring the depths. As Curaçao’s premier Dive Center\, they live and breathe diving—literally! Their bold\, dedicated dive professionals can’t stand to stay dry and are always eager to share the magic of Curaçao’s pristine reefs and diverse marine life. With so many breathtaking dive sites\, it’s hard to find a reason not to dive in Curacao. We will be enjoying 5 days of 2-tank boat dives with Ocean Encounters on their fleet of five custom-built dive boats. Unlimited shore dives is included in our package. TOf the 70 dive sites around Curacao\, Ocean Encounters has determined their 14 favorites and will work to include them in our schedule for the week. THE HOTEL We will be staying at Sunscape Curaçao Resort\, Spa & Casino\, where everything from dining to entertainment is included. Enjoy your diving adventures in clear waters\, pampering at the spa\, or try your luck at the casino. When you’re not sightseeing\, sip a cocktail poolside while the kids have fun at the Explorer’s Club\, before enjoying a meal at any of the specialty-themed restaurants. Sunscape Resort & Spa is committed to redefining the all-inclusive experience. Enjoy limitless access to gourmet restaurants\, no reservations required—with both à la carte and kid-friendly menus\, international and domestic spirits\, natural fruit juices\, and soft drinks\, all wristband free.  Experience 24-hour access to food and beverage options as well as a fully stocked in-room mini-bar upon arrival. Make every moment memorable with exciting daily land and water activities\, live music and entertainment for all ages. Feel the energy and atmosphere of the island within any of the renovated rooms and suites at Sunscape Curaçao Resort\, Spa & Casino. With vibrant color palettes\, modern décor\, and thoughtful amenities\, these welcoming spaces are perfect for a getaway with families\, friends\, or couples. Experience spectacular sunsets and ocean views as you unwind on your private balcony or terrace. We are booked for a 7-night\, all-inclusive plan that includes all food and drinks (including alcohol). DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from November 7th-14th. There will be direct flights with Delta from Atlanta to Curacao on Saturday only (one flight each direction). All transfers from Curacao airport to the hotel are included in the travel price. The economy price for the flight for Fall 2025 is $800. Flights/prices for Fall 2026 will not be available until approximately a year out. TRIP SUMMARY Package includes:7-night trip to Sunscape Curacao All-inclusive meal plan\, including alcohol Airport transfers included 5 days of 2-tank boat dives Unlimited shore diving on boat diving days PRICES Room TypesDiver doubleNon diverSingleAvailable roomsAvailable bedsStandard Room$2\,350$1\,750$3\,100Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Payment Due Dates:Deposit- Due when booking\, approximately 25%Final Payment- August 1st Review our full terms and conditions here: https://athensscuba.com/terms-conditions/#travel For more information or special requests\, please email info@athensscuba.com Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/curacao-scuba-group-trip/ LOCATION:Sunscape Curacao\, 78 Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard\, Willemstad\, Curaçao CATEGORIES:International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SUCUR-P0002-Aerial-Main-Pool.16x9.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261129T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261129T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20251010T160051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T153317Z UID:10000674-1795942800-1795975200@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Dive the Georgia Aquarium DESCRIPTION:Book HereJourney with Gentle Giants is the only opportunity in the world where you are guaranteed to dive with whale sharks\, manta rays and thousands of other fish. Suit up to SCUBA dive in the pristine waters of the Ocean Voyager exhibit for a once in a lifetime experience.  Getting spots to this once in a lifetime experience is very difficult. Athens Scuba booked all of the slots on this particular date. The demand is always high\, so be quick\, otherwise it’ll be sold out before you know it! This trip includes the entrance fee to the Aquarium\, a T-Shirt and a video of your dive! After careful review of their cost\, the GA Aquarium has raised their prices for the dive in the Whale Shark exhibit significantly from 2025 to 2026. Booking this trip with Athens Scuba saves each person $100 over booking it diretely with the GA Aquarium on their website. Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/dive-the-georgia-aquarium-12/ LOCATION:Cart CATEGORIES:Local Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/journey-with-gentle-giants-dive-5-1440x454-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270109T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270116T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20260214T165853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T183017Z UID:10000669-1799452800-1800143999@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Little Cayman Scuba Group Trip DESCRIPTION:Book HereWe have planned an amazing trip to Little Cayman. This will be an amazing first Athens Scuba trip to this easily accessible paradise. We will be staying at an awesome beach resort with some of the best diving in the Caribbean! An easy-to-plan\, easy-to-execute trip of a lifetime! WHERE ARE WE GOING? “You know that remote island wonderland you always see in films and read about in books? It’s here. At only ten miles long and one mile wide\, there may be more peace per-square-inch on Little Cayman than anywhere else.” We are going to Little Cayman for a 7-night adventure\, diving in some of the best reefs of the Caribbean. Little Cayman\, a former part of the United Kingdom’s overseas territories\, is a tiny island in the northern Caribbean\, close to Cuba.  An island only 10 miles long and 1 mile wide.   WHY Little Cayman? Looking for a relaxed week of awesome\, no-stress diving and an amazing beach resort well known for its superb reefs\, great service\, and pretty beaches? This is It! Little Cayman Beach Resort\, with the Reef Divers dive operation\, has been a staple of Caribbean scuba diving for a long time\, and we finally found the best time to visit! THE DIVING Little Cayman is famous for its Wall diving\, especially Bloody Bay Wall. With sheer underwater cliffs that plummet to unseen depths\, generations of ocean divers have made Little Cayman Island Resort a leading Caribbean diving destination. On it’s healthy reefs you’ll enjoy little to no current\, unlimited visibility\, jaw dropping swim throughs and plentiful marine life. Whether you go deep or stay shallow\, diving Little Cayman Island is a bucket list experience. The on-site dive shop\, Reef Divers\, is renowned for offering personalized valet diving\, but what does that mean? Essentially\, Reef Divers takes all the hard work out of scuba diving\, from the heavy lifting and care of your boat gear to switching out tanks and safely storing your gear at the end of the day. TAround Little Cayman\, there are countless dive sites\, quickly accessible from the resort with one of the amazing custom dive boats that Reef Divers run on a daily basis. Ocean encounters include turtles\, reef/nurse sharks\, groupers\, and a lot of small things. THE HOTEL Little Cayman Beach Resort is situated on a white\, sandy beach in Blossom Village\, the first area of the island resettled in 1833 after Spanish privateers ran off the turtle fishermen who’d settled there. The two-story hotel structure has 40 air-conditioned guest rooms. Guests will enjoy their meals served in our Birds of Paradise dining room with ample seating\, ideally for groups – and individuals – all at the same time. A community table makes it easy for individuals or couples traveling alone to meet new friends. For al fresco dining\, a new screened outdoor pavilion is also available. Our package includes breakfast\, lunch and dinner. DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from January 9th to 16th\, 2027. There will be direct flights with Delta from Atlanta to Grand Cayman. From Grand Cayman we’ll have to take a “puddle-jumper” over to Little Cayman. All transfers from Little Cayman’s airport to the hotel are included in the travel price. Flight plans for 2027 aren’t out yet. The economy ticket price for the flight from ATL Grand Cayman on Delta Airlines in the winter of 2026 is about $750 return. The flight from Grand Cayman to Little Cayman is usually about $200 return. TRIP SUMMARY Includes:  7 nights’ accommodation  Breakfast\, lunch and dinner daily (dinner arrival day through breakfast departure day)  21 Drink Package*  6 Days of 3 Tank Dives (17 Total)  Free Nitrox  Complimentary use of dive computer  Complimentary WiFi  Welcome rum punch  Manager’s cocktail reception  Airport ground transfers  Resort fees\, taxes and gratuities – except dive gratuities which are NOT included *Drink packages include choice of menu cocktails and well drinks\, single-serve beers and ciders\, house wines by glass and non-alcoholic beverages). PRICES Room TypesDiver doubleNon diverSingleAvailable roomsAvailable bedsPool View RoomOcean View Room$3\,150$3\,750$2\,750$3\,350$3\,700$4\,90084168Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Payment Due Dates:Deposit- Due when booking\, approximately 25%Final Payment- October 10th Review our full terms and conditions here: https://athensscuba.com/terms-conditions/#travel For more information or special requests\, please email info@athensscuba.com Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/little-cayman-scuba-group-trip/ LOCATION:South Carolina CATEGORIES:International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SUCUR-P0002-Aerial-Main-Pool.16x9.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270213T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270220T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20260214T171029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T182948Z UID:10000668-1802476800-1803167999@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Grenada Scuba Group Trip DESCRIPTION:Book HereWe have planned an amazing trip to Grenada in the southern Antilles of the Caribbean. WHERE ARE WE GOING? We are going to Grenada for a group scuba trip! It’ll be a 1-week trip full of diving\, exploring and fun! Grenada is also known as the Spice island of the Caribbean. This spectacular\, but still hidden gem on the southern end of the Antilles and close to the north shore of South America. WHY GRENADA? We chose to spend a week on an islands thats far from mass tourism and kept it’s original Caribbean charm. Grenada\, with its unspoiled landscapes\, has the perfect balance\, appealing to the interest of adventure lovers\, beach dwellers and of course scuba divers. THE DIVING All dives will be guided by experienced dive guides of the well known and great dive operation of Aquanauts Grenada. The dive center is located in the hotel and has it’s own yetty for their 3 boats.Colorful coral reefs\, spectacular shipwrecks\, exhilarating drift dives and a unique underwater sculpture park – Grenada has it all. There are more than 50 sites of intriguing underwater wonder to be discovered and the under water topography is breathtaking. Grenada also goes by the title of “Shipwreck Capital of the Caribbean\,” and this distinction is justified not only by the number of sunken vessels that surround the shores but also by the variety. In addition to an extensive collection of smaller\, novice-friendly wrecks that sit at shallow to medium depths on the leeward side of the island\, advanced divers can explore the largest wreck in the Caribbean\, the 600-foot Bianca C\, and other noteworthy blue-water wrecks. We’ll have 5 days of double tank dives included. THE HOTEL Nestled among this Caribbean splendor on Grenada’s south coast\, you will find True Blue Bay Boutique Resort\, a tranquil waterfront resort offering rooms\, suites and villas neatly arranged on a hillside overlooking the water. The vibe here is bright\, lively and family-friendly\, with plenty of activities for guests of all ages. Buildings are colorful in vivid oranges\, neon greens\, and\, of course\, deep blues. There is no lack of areas to get your perfect holiday picture with all the quirky decorations around the property! We’ll have breakfast included in the hotel deal. DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from February 13th to 20th. American Airlines has daily direct flights out of Miami to Grenada (Airport code GND). You’ll get from any major Airport in the US on AA with a short stop in Miami to Grenada. Athens Scuba Crew is flying out of Atlanta early on Saturday February 13th\, stop over in Miami and the same route back. The exact flight schedule for 2027 is not posted yet and we will update the suggested itinerary asap. TRIP SUMMARY Package includes: – 7 Nights in Standard Room accommodations with daily breakfast buffet – Roundtrip airport transfers – Taxes and service charges – 5 days 2-tank AM boat-diving (10 dives) – Tanks\, weights and belts – nitrox (30%) for certified divers – Marine park fees – 1 hour welcome cocktail party – 2 free yoga classes (per room) – 50% off voucher for a night dive (per person) PRICES Diver in standard room in double occupancy: $2200 Diver in standard room in single occupancy: $2900 Non-diver in double occupancy: $1500 Diver in waterfront suite in double occupancy: $2800 Diver in standard room in single occupancy: $4100 Non-diver in double occupancy: $2100 Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Payment Due Dates:Deposit- Due when booking\, approximately 25%Final Payment- November 15th Review our full terms and conditions here: https://athensscuba.com/terms-conditions/#travel For more information or special requests\, please email ben@athensscuba.com Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/grenada-scuba-group-trip-2/ LOCATION:True Blue Bay Resort\, Old Mill Road\, True Blue Bay\, Saint George's\, Grenada CATEGORIES:International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Island-pic.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270311T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270319T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20250823T115626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T183030Z UID:10000659-1804723200-1805500799@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Socorro Liveaboard Group Trip DESCRIPTION:Book HereWe have planned a fantastic liveaboard trip to Socorro aboard the Nautilus Explorer. Join us for this 8-night liveaboard\, experiencing some of the best pelagic diving in the world! We are offering an incredible experience right after the Socorro trip -THE GREY WHALES OF SAN IGNACIO LAGOON. Where are we going? Cabo San Lucas is the starting point for this unbelievable adventure. After a short flight from the United Sates\, we’ll board our luxurious expedition yacht the Nautilus Explorer. Socorro Island is the largest of the four main islands that form the Revillagigedo Archipelago in Mexico. Socorro Island\, Roca Partida\, San Benedicto\, and Clarin make up the Revillagigedo UNESCO World Heritage Site and are all iconic spots for scuba diving. These four islands combined are commonly referred to as the Socorro Islands or simply “Socorro”. Known for its stunning\, raw\, primal beauty\, Socorro offers fantastic diving experiences\, where super-friendly giant mantas\, playful bottlenose dolphins\, and 12 species of sharks await your affection. Despite being just 235 nautical miles from Cabo\, Socorro feels like a remote and unvisited paradise\, surrounded by the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean. The crossing to Socorro from Cabo will take about 28 hours. Socorro’s rich marine life includes schooling hammerheads\, silver tips\, silkies\, and Galapagos sharks seeking attention alongside the mantas. Picture yourself swimming through vast schools of thousands of jacks… thrilling! As a UNESCO World Heritage Site\, Socorro is a protected national park\, providing a unique and exclusive diving experience\, accessible only to a limited number of permit holders. Why Socorro? Being a group of small volcanic island situated in the remote Pacific\, diving Socorro is world-renowned for encounters with the world’s friendliest manta rays and other large marine animals like sharks\, dolphins\, tuna and whale sharks. Socorro Island is nicknamed Mexico’s “Little Galapagos” due to its unique ecosystem that attracts the large pelagic animals. The archipelago hosts some of the world’s best dive sites for these large pelagics. Of the most amazing scuba diving destinations in the world\, Socorro Island is relatively easy to get to from the United States and most parts of the world. As a lonely seamount far offshore\, the Socorro attracts a number of sociable species. But what truly sets Socorro apart\, is its giant oceanic mantas (Mobula birostris) – these majestic creatures seek interaction with divers and snorkelers\, creating unforgettable moments. It is possibly the world’s friendliest group of manta rays who love to swim beside and above you often less than a few feet away. When are we going? We’ll embark the boat on March 11th and will disembark on the 19th. 8 nights of amazing diving in the peak humpback whale season! The best time to dive Socorro depends on what you want to see and what conditions you are comfortable with. Manta rays and various sharks are present year-round. Humpback whales congregate around the archipelago in February and March\, although divers have to be lucky to see them underwater. The Liveaboard Nautilus Liveaboards has been leading dive trips to Socorro since 1978\, witnessing the incredible bond between divers and mantas that never ceases to amaze. With years of experience\, they offer tailored liveaboard adventures with an emphasis on safety\, service excellence\, and animal encounters. They will ensure we make the most of our Socorro trip. We chose to stay on the Nautilus Explorer\, Nautilus’ flagship featuring an all new super-large dive deck and water level platform combined with picture windows around the main salon and separate dining room. The Explorer looks fantastic with her recent stretch to 132 feet in length\, new air conditioning and interior updates. Starlink internet is available ($100 per device\, per trip) and there is a hot tub on the sun deck to relax after a full day of diving\, Our trip includes full board providing breakfast\, lunch\, an afternoon snack\, dinner and all drinks except for alcohol. Nitrox is available (not included) on the boat and the use of it is very much encouraged!  The boat has 3 room categories. 9 Staterooms\, 3 Superior Suites and 1 Premium Suite. The diving and itinerary Day 1 March 11th 2027 Complimentary photo and video workshop at SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas. 8pm boarding. Day 2Traveling and relaxing at sea. It’s a one day run out to the Socorro Islands. Cocktail hour. Sunsets. Arrive at San Benedicto Island by evening. Days 3-7Over five full dive days\, you will be able to experience some of their favourite sites such as El Canyon\, the Boiler\, Red Rocks\, Roca Partida\, Cabo Pearce\, Punta Tosca and Roca Oneal. They will do their best to provide 4 dives a day subject to other dive boats being onsite\, weather and only 3 dives on the day of mandatory inspection by the Mexican navy. Expect to see the friendliest giant mantas in the world\, bottlenose dolphins\, up to 12 species of sharks and loads of fish. They will also have other activities to keep us busy such as kayaking and paddle boarding. Or we can simply relax in their hot tub. Day 8Early morning voyage back to Cabo San Lucas. Great time to look back on all your photos and videos\, connect with new friends or simply relax during the journey back. Day 9Disembark at 8:30am in Cabo. DATES AND FLIGHTS The liveaboard trip will take place from March 11th – 19th\, 2027. As usual we won’t include any airfare in the trip. The flight schedule for 2027 is not posted at this point. Delta flies daily direct from Atlanta to San Jose Del Cabo (SJD) and there are direct flights from all major US airports to SJD. Group transfers from and to SJD airport are included if you come in close to the main group’s (Delta’s direct flight from ATL) arrival and departure. We’ll be picked up by Nautilus’ own comfortable motor coach the Sharkexpress. TRIP COSTS Room TypesDiver DoubleRooms AvailableBeds AvailableStateroom$ 4\,500510Superior Suite$ 4\,90024Premium Suite$ 5\,60012Payment schedule: 25% non-refundable deposit when sign up for the trip 25% non-refundable 1 year before the trip 50% final payment January 1st 2027 What’s included? – 8 nights full board accommodation includes breakfast\, lunch\, dinner and snacks – Up to 4 dives daily – Use of Nautilus Lifeline safety devices – Unlimited\, complimentary tea\, coffee\, drinking water and soft drinks – Single 12 Litre (80 cu ft) cylinder with air fills – Weights and weight belts – Group transfers from and to SJD airport on Sharkexpress What’s NOT included? International FlightsSocorro National Park fees of $860 per trip ($172 per dive day)Additional or private transfersEquipment rentalNitrox – Standard Package : 120 USD per trip\, to be paid on boardAlcoholic drinksCrew and dive guide gratuitiesPort Fee of $35.00 USD per person payable in cash onboardPRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY PRE- OR POST- LIVEABOARD LAND EXTENSIONS WE MAY OFFER. Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Payment Due Dates:Deposit- Due when booking\, approximately 25%Interim Payment- June 1stFinal Payment- January 1st Review our full terms and conditions here: https://athensscuba.com/terms-conditions/#travel For information on single occupancy and other special requests\, please email info@athensscuba.com Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/socorro-liveaboard-group-trip/ LOCATION:South Carolina CATEGORIES:International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Socorro-Manta-Diver-Scott-Davis.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270319T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270322T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20260105T212433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T170601Z UID:10000660-1805414400-1805759999@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:San Ignacio Lagoon Gray Whales DESCRIPTION:Book HereWe have planned a once in a lifetime experience in San Ignacio Lagoon. If experiencing the Gray Whales of San Ignacio Lagoon is not on your bucket list\, IT SHOULD BE! Join us for this 4-night luxury camping adventure getting up close and personal with The Gray Whales of San Ignacio Lagoon! This incredible experience takes place right after the Socorro trip – so you can treat it as a Socorro extension or join us after Socorro at the Los Cabos Airport (SJD) for our puddle-jumper to San Ignacio Bay. Up Close and Personal with a Gray Whale is San Ignacio Lagoon with Nautilus AdventuresWhere are we going? Every winter\, Eastern Pacific gray whales make an incredible 3\,000 mile journey from the icy Arctic waters of Alaska to the warm lagoons of Baja California\, Mexico. These lagoons become a nursery and breeding ground\, where thousands of whales gather to mate\, give birth\, and nurture their young. San Ignacio Lagoon\, often called “whale central\,” is the heart of this experience. Each season\, 5\,000 to 6\,000 gray whales visit\, making it the ultimate destination for rare\, up-close encounters with these friendly giants. San Ignacio LagoonWhy San Ignacio? In San Ignacio Lagoon\, gray whales\, guided by trust and curiosity\, approach humans to seek out interactions. This remarkable behavior\, unique to this lagoon\, began in 1972 when a gray whale initiated contact with a fisherman\, forging an extraordinary bond between whales and humans. Since then\, gray whales have continued to swim up to boats\, offering unforgettable close-up encounters. These experiences are nothing short of phenomenal\, extraordinary\, and utterly mind-blowing! When are we going? The whales arrive in the lagoon in December and stay through the end of April.Nautilus operates exclusively during the peak whale season\, from mid-January to mid-April\, when the largest number of whales are present. Sightings vary throughout the season. The first gray whales to arrive are usually adults coming to mate. As the season progresses\, more whales fill the lagoon\, and by early February\, the first newborn calves begin to appear. Soon\, the lagoon is bustling with mothers and babies\, busy training for their long journey north. Towards the end of the season\, when we will be there\, the calves often become especially friendly! The Luxury Camp Imagine starting your day with the sun rising over the Baja mountains\, followed by multiple whale-watching excursions to meet the friendly whales. You choose how much time you want to spend with these gentle giants\, setting the pace that feels right for you.The lagoon and surrounding desert are beautiful\, and these trips are done in style. Perfect if you enjoy nature and the great outdoors but love the extra comfort. Our luxury camp is located in the peaceful El Vizcaíno desert\, with tents positioned near the water\, offering stunning views and endless starry skies at night.You can join kayaking or paddleboarding tours across the lagoon (weather permitting)\, take scenic walks\, or explore the area by mountain bike. Evenings are for unwinding – enjoy presentations by naturalists\, watch the sun set over the salt flats\, and gather around the fire pit. The Nautilus team of naturalists\, scientists and local experts will be unhand to guide you through your entire experience whether it’s with you on your panga with the gray whales\, or guiding you on a kayak expedition through the mangroves or bird watching or a nature walk or accompanying you to a local village to witness their efforts at turtle conservation. Each tent includes an ensuite bathroom\, a hot shower\, and a “real bed” with high-quality linens for a restful night’s sleep. Each tent village features a large dinning tent and kitchen as well as an outdoor palapa fire pit and a large bar tent complete with craft beer\, single malts and an excellent wine list. You will enjoy daily all-inclusive fine dinning with freshly prepared dishes\, paired with the warmth and authenticity of the Baja staff. Our luxury village will have larger tents with ocean view\, private sitting areas and even a pool table in the bar tent. The Itinerary Day 1: Meet the Gray Whales! Our adventure begins with a 1 hour 50 minute flight to the airstrip at the Lagoon. After brunch\, a welcome briefing\, and a naturalist introduction to the whales\, we’ll head out for two afternoon whale-watching encounters. In the evening\, we’ll enjoy a cocktail hour and watch the sunset around the fire pit\, followed by dinner and a presentation by one of the naturalists. Days 2 – 3: San Ignacio Lagoon All operators in the lagoon work together to maximize guest experience while ensuring no negative impact on the whales. For this reason\, Nautilus is not able to send pangas out “on demand”. Here is an example itinerary. 7 am breakfast after watching the sunrise over the sierras and then head out at 7:45 am for several whale watching encounters. 9:45 am for the second whale watching session of the day. Then again\, around 10 to 10:30 am\, depending on the availability in the area for whale watching\, and then back to camp for lunch. After lunch\, enjoy another whale-watching encounter in the afternoon. In the evening\, enjoying cocktail hour\, sunset viewing\, making new friends around the fire pit\, a game of billiards\, or an evening presentation by a naturalist are all fine ways to finish off your day in camp. Day 4: Return to Cabo Breakfast at 7 am. One more whale watching encounter\, and then the flight back to SJD Los Cabos. DATES AND FLIGHTS This trip takes place from March 19th – 22nd 2027. In land flights from Cabo (SJD airport code) are included TRIP COST The cost for this incredible is $3800 per person in double occupancy in a luxury tent. What’s included Round trip flight between Cabo (SJD) and San Ignacio 3 nights Luxury tent accommodation Activities Meals\, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages Unlimited whale watching subject to capacity control and weather. On-site naturalist. What’s NOT included Park fees\, gift shop\, bar\, gratuities\, spa treatments and camera rentals are NOT included. International flights are not included. For information on single occupancy and other special requests\, please email info@athensscuba.com Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/san-ignacio-lagoon-gray-whales/ LOCATION:South Carolina CATEGORIES:International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/whales.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270403T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20260214T171010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T183153Z UID:10000677-1806710400-1807401599@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Bonaire Scuba Group Trip DESCRIPTION:Book HereEveryone has heard about Bonaire as one of the Scuba Diving hotspots in the Caribbean\, right?! We have organized a great trip to this scuba paradise in the southern Caribbean. WHERE ARE WE GOING? We are going to Bonaire for a group scuba trip!  Bonaire is located just north of Venezuela in the southern Caribbean. This Dutch Caribbean island has protected its marine resources for more than 35 years. Because of this\, marine life abounds with more than 470 fish species found in Bonaire’s waters. Famed as one of the best Caribbean dive destinations\, Bonaire hosts amazing coral reefs and long forgotten shipwrecks. Because the island’s dive sites are protected from any currents\, this is one of the best places in the world for new and experienced divers. WHY BONAIRE? Bonaire is a perfect location for an Athens Scuba dive trip. We will be able to choose between boat and shore diving. Our resort has a gorgeous reef just offshore for unlimited shore diving\, and/or those wanting to visit the further reaches of Bonaire National Marine Park will be able to book dives with a dive boat. THE DIVING The Plaza Beach and Dive Resort Bonaire\, has their own\, in-house dive shop and school\, Toucan Diving. With Toucan Diving\, we are guaranteed an unforgettable diving vacation. From novice diver to experienced diver\, we will feel at home at this PADI 5 Star Toucan Diving Bonaire. Their dedicated team will provide a safe\, fun and unforgettable diving experience. From the beach of Plaza Beach & Dive Resort\, at their own house reef “18th Palm”\, you’ll see the wonderful coral formations\, countless colorful fish and fascinating sea life! Our stay at The Plaza Resort includes unlimited shore diving (for certified divers). We are also offering an optional package which includes 17 boat dives for those interested. This should be plenty of diving for everyone! THE HOTEL We will be staying at the Plaza Beach and Dive Resort Bonaire for 7 nights. The newly renovated beach resort offers very spacious rooms with beautiful views of the azure lagoon and the marina. We have reserved the Junior Suite Laguna\, which is a very spacious and stylishly decorated room with beautiful views\, where you can completely unwind during your stay on Bonaire! All Junior Suite Lagoon rooms at Plaza Beach Resort are equipped with a terrace or balcony\, two kingsize beds and air-conditioning. Upgrades to the poolside junior suites and the grand suites are available for an additional charge. We have booked an all-inclusive holiday on Bonaire. The service-oriented staff is happy to take your worries our of your hands! You can enjoy unlimited meals\, snacks\, drinks and entertainment. The buffet restaurant the Tipsy Seagull offers delicious meals with a unique sea view. Several times a week even with live music! Fancy a drink? Then enjoy a cocktail or ice-cold beer at the Coconut Crash Beach Bar. You can choose from the numerous all-inclusive facilities offered by Plaza Beach & Dive Resort. For example\, they have their own marina\, beach\, swimming pool\, children’s entertainment and Activity Centre where you can borrow snorkeling equipment\, kayaks and standup paddle boards. DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from April 3rd to April 10th 2027. Delta typically offers one direct flight from ATL to/from Bonaire (BON) on Saturday’s. Flight schedules for April 2027 aren’t available yet. Once flights become available we will let you know. TRIP SUMMARY Our package includes:  – 7 nights’ Hotel Accommodations – Buffet style breakfast\, lunch\, and dinner – A la carte snack menu at the poolside bar – Unlimited amount of house brand drinks including cocktails and smoothies (no premium brands – Premium Drink Package Upgrade available for an extra charge) – Activities including beach tennis\, yoga\, and evening entertainment – Use of paddle boards\, kayaks\, and snorkeling equipment – Free Wi-Fi and safety deposit box – Beach chair and pool towels Diver rate also includes: – 6 days unlimited shore diving (certified divers only) – Tanks and weights We are offering the following optional add ons: – 6 boat dives for $350 or 17 boat dives for $500 Not included: We will talk about the ‘not included” items to the group closer to the trip date. $40 per person marine park fee is additional and must be purchased in advance. All guests MUST pay the Nature Fee online through: www.bonairenaturefee.org. $75 Visitor Entry tax is additional and must be paid online prior to travel or upon arrival at the airport. https://tourismtax.bonairegov.com/ It is mandatory to print your proof of purchase of your STINAPA Nature Fee and present it to the dive shop along with your certification card and legal photo ID such as your passport. The dive shop will not be able to check you in and allow you to dive without payment proof. You also need this proof of payment to enter the National Park. If you forgot to purchase your online tag\, you may be able to purchase it online at the resort\, however we recommend you do so in advance. If you fail to provide proof of payment\, an administrative fee may apply for retrieving that info. PRICES Junior Suite Laguna View – Diver in double occupancy: $2\,000 plus add-ons Junior Suite Laguna View – Non-Diver in double occupancy: $1\,700 plus add-ons Junior Suite Laguna View – Diver in single occupancy: $2\,850 plus add-ons Grand Suite Laguna View – Diver in double occupancy: $2\,200 plus add-ons Grand Suite Laguna View – Non-Diver in double occupancy: $1\,850 plus add-ons Grand Suite Laguna View – Diver in single occupancy: $3\,000 plus add-ons Grand Suite Ocean View – Diver in double occupancy: $2\,350 plus add-ons Grand Suite Ocean View – Non-Diver in double occupancy: $1\,950 plus add-ons Grand Suite Ocean View – Diver in single occupancy: $3\,200 plus add-ons Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Payment Due Dates:Deposit- Due when booking\, approximately 25%Final Payment- January 1st Review our full terms and conditions here: https://athensscuba.com/terms-conditions/#travel For more information or special requests\, please email info@athensscuba.com Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/bonaire-scuba-group-trip-3/ LOCATION:Plaza Resort Bonaire\, 80 Julio A. Abraham Boulevard 100001\, Kralendijk\, Caribbean Netherlands\, Kralendijk CATEGORIES:Dive Trips To Different Locations,International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/banner_photo_Bonaire-haven-oud-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270501T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270508T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20260214T170954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T183359Z UID:10000683-1809129600-1809820799@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Roatan Scuba Group Trip DESCRIPTION:Book HereWe have planned an unforgettable trip to Roatan\, Honduras! WHERE ARE WE GOING? We are going to Roatan\, Honduras\, for a group scuba trip!  A full week of tropical diving at a beautiful beach resort with an all-inclusive meal plan sounds amazing\, doesn’t it?! Roatan is one of the best places to scuba dive in the Caribbean and is only a 2.5-hour flight away from home. It’s part of the Bay Islands off the coast of Honduras. It’s in fact the largest of the three islands. We’ll discover this island with its authentic Caribbean and Latin American lifestyles and warm\, friendly islanders greeting us wherever we go. WHY ROATAN? Roatan is a divers paradise. Fantastic dive sites minutes from the dock\, clear\, warm water\, amazing nature\, and beautiful beaches. THE DIVING The hotel has its own dive center\, which has a great reputation and offers valet diving\, which means that we won’t have to do anything but show up and dive. They’ll carry and wash our gear and will make sure that we have the best time! They are an elite PADI 5 Star Instructor Development and National Geographic Dive Center. At Mayan Princess Beach & Resort\, you’re just meters from the largest reef in the Western Hemisphere\, the Mesoamerican Reef. You’ll be able to access the reef just in front of the resort or take dive excursions with one of the experienced and passionate instructors. We’ll have six days of up to three dives daily and one boat night dive included. This should be plenty of diving for everyone! THE HOTEL Mayan Princess & La Sirena We are booked on an all-inclusive plan that includes three meals per day plus an afternoon snack and drinks\, including international alcoholic drinks. The hotel is well known for great food and drinks. DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from May 1st to 8th 2027. Delta flys direct to Roatan from Atlanta every Saturday. The airport code for Roatan is RTB. Our flight itinerary The flight schedule for 2027 is not posted yet. We will update this asap. TRIP SUMMARY Package includes: • 7 nights’ accommodations • 3 meals daily\, including 2 specialty restaurants for dinner dining • Unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages • 15 dives plus 1 complimentary night dive • Pool\, jacuzzi\, kayaks • Lounge chairs and beach towels at the pool and beach • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers • Complimentary Wi-Fi PRICES Deluxe King – La Sirenas Diver in double occupancy: $2\,350 Diver in single occupancy: $2\,600 Non-diver in double occupancy: $1\,650 Deluxe Twin – La Sirenas Diver in double occupancy: $2\,350 Diver in single occupancy: $2\,600 Non-diver in double occupancy: $1\,650 1 BR Pool Site Villa – Mayan Princess Diver in double occupancy: $2\,600 Diver in single occupancy: $3\,100 Non-diver in double occupancy: $1\,900 1-Bedroom Villa with a Queen Bed and Trundle Diver in double occupancy: $2\,600 Diver in single occupancy: $3\,100 Non-diver in double occupancy: $1\,900 Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Payment Due Dates:Deposit- Due when booking\, approximately 25%Final Payment- February 1st Review our full terms and conditions here: https://athensscuba.com/terms-conditions/#travel For more information or special requests\, please email info@athensscuba.com Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/roatan-scuba-group-trip-3/ LOCATION:South Carolina CATEGORIES:Dive Trips To Different Locations,International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_6855.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270605T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270612T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20260214T170543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T183628Z UID:10000678-1812153600-1812844799@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Cozumel Scuba Group Trip DESCRIPTION:Book HereWe have planned an amazing trip to Cozumel\, Mexico. This is such a great trip as Cozumel is easy to get to and some of the best diving available via a short\, one-leg\, direct flight. WHERE ARE WE GOING? We are going to Cozumel for a group scuba trip! Five days of diving\, enjoying the beach and the many amenities of the beautiful Iberostar hotel\, and exploring Cozumel. Cozumel is widely regarded as one of the best Caribbean dive destinations and rightfully so! The island of Cozumel is located just off the east coast of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula and is directly across the water from Playa Del Carmen. Located on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef (the second-largest coral reef system in the world)\, Cozumel is an incredible spot for turquoise Caribbean waters\, white sand beaches\, and world-class diving and snorkeling. WHY COZUMEL? We chose to spend seven nights on Cozumel\, because it has everything a diver could wish for. Beautiful reefs\, lots of fish and variety of underwater life\, drift diving\, beautiful beaches and fantastic resorts. The island also has a lot to offer besides diving\, Cozumel town is fun to explore\, a scooter ride to the east side of the island is a lot of fun and there are some of the oldest known Mayan ruins that can be visited. THE DIVING All dives will be guided by experienced dive guides of the well known and great dive operation of Dressel Divers Cozumel. Dressel has many dive locations around the Caribbean but only send their most experience staff to their prime dive shop in the Iberostar hotel. The dive center is located in the hotel and has it’s own jetty for their 4 boats.Cozumel is almost entirely surrounded by the Mesoamerican Reef\, which is why the island is considered one of the best dive areas in the world. The island features 40 different dive sites that have depths ranging from 10-100 feet and are teeming with tropical fish and colorful reefs. We’ll have 5 days of double tank dives included. The dive sites are very close to the hotel\, so most of the days we’ll stop at the hotel between dives. THE HOTEL The Iberostar hotel is not only regarded as one of the best (or maybe THE BEST…) hotel of Cozumel\, it’s also the most southern hotel on the island\, which is the main reason we decided to stay here. The best and least crowded dive sites of the island are in front or just south of the hotel. Most other dive shops need to have long boat rides to sites that we can reach in a few minutes. The hotel itself is beautifully arranged with the surrounding nature. The fully equipped bungalow-style suites offer a family-friendly atmosphere\, from which you can easily access the pools\, spa or the extensive beach. We are booked on an all inclusive plan that includes all meals and drinks\, including alcohol. The hotel is well know for it’s great kitchen and also offers themed restaurants. DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from May 9th to 16th 2026. There will be direct flights with Delta from Atlanta to Cozumel available for this trip and also many options with a one-stop layover. All transfers from Cozumel airport to the hotel are included in the travel price. TRIP SUMMARY Package includes:  – 7 nights’ accommodations  – All-inclusive meals and drinks (alcohol included)  – Free Roundtrip airport transfers from Cozumel airport  – 5 days of 2-tank boat diving  – Free Nitrox Package does not include: -Marine Park Fee: approximately $10 per diver per day. Paid to the dive shop at checkout. – Tourist Tax: approximately $4 per day. Paid to the resort at checkout. PRICES Diver in double occupancy: $2250 Diver in single occupancy: $2900 Non-diver in double occupancy: $1500 Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Payment Due Dates:Deposit- Due when booking\, approximately 25%Final Payment- March 15th Review our full terms and conditions here: https://athensscuba.com/terms-conditions/#travel For more information or special requests\, please email info@athensscuba.com Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/cozumel-scuba-group-trip-4/ LOCATION:Iberostar Cozumel\, Carretera Costera Sur Km 17782\, Cozumel\, 77600\, Mexico CATEGORIES:International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Iberostar-Pool.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270724T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270731T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051818 CREATED:20260214T170528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185540Z UID:10000679-1816387200-1817078399@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Costa Rica Scuba Group Trip DESCRIPTION:Book HereCosta Rica might not be on everyone’s radar as a prime scuba diving spot\, but we’ve been wanting to set up a trip to this amazing country for a long time. Especially the Pacific coast\, where we’ll be staying\, offers great diving and many more attractions. This trip also marks a new opportunity for us and all our divers. We decided to break the trip up into diving and non-diving parts. We’ll go to the beautiful Playa Hermosa for 5 nights and will spend 2 nights in the amazing rainforest in the Arenal area. WHERE ARE WE GOING? Costa Rica is a small country located in Central America\, bordered by Nicaragua to the north and Panama to the south. The region of Guanacaste\, where we’ll stay\, offers an unforgettable vacation with its warm climate\, amazing beaches and spectacular natural attractions. With some of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica\, the “Golden Coast” of Costa Rica is a top destination for tourists and an exciting scuba diving destination. WHY Costa Rica? The country is known for its stunning natural beauty\, including lush rainforests\, volcanoes and beautiful beaches. It is home to an incredibly diverse range of wildlife\, including monkeys\, sloths\, toucans and jaguars. Costa Rica is a popular tourist destination\, known for its eco-tourism opportunities and adventure activities such as zip-lining\, surfing and white-water rafting. The country is also known for its commitment to conservation and sustainability\, with around 25% of its land protected as national parks and reserves. Plus the diving in the Pacific region is amazing! THE DIVING Costa Rica is popular amongst scuba divers but luckily not an overrun dive destination! It offers a pacific-typical diverse range of marine life and ecosystems to explore. The area we’ll dive in is called Gulf of Papagayo and is known for its large schools of fish\, sharks and rays\, as well as its impressive rock formations and coral reefs. Having dive sites that we can reach in only a 10- to 20-minute boat ride from our hotel\, makes it an excellent location for a dive vacation. The area is well suited for advanced divers and novices or those learning to dive because its submerged volcanic rock formations and dive pinnacles offer multi-level dive opportunities so you can enjoy them together on the same dive site. THE HOTEL(S) Villas Sol – Ocean View Rooms\, All inclusive Villas Sol is an all-inclusive Hotel and Beach Resort with a million-dollar view – easily the best in all of the Gulf of Papagayo. Perched atop a hill\, trams take customers around the property from hotel to beach and back – generally 5-10 minutes between cycles when three trams are running. Each of the 54 rooms face the ocean and all have a very large balcony. The restaurant and patio deck at the hotel pool have a stellar view of the Gulf providing spectacular sunsets. A cool-water jacuzzi and the main pool with swim-up bar and snack bar are situated just steps from the hotel between the hotel and villas. There are many restaurants and a sports bar\, plus a grocery store\, just a short walk from the hotel. We’ll be staying in the deluxe rooms of the hotel. Manao Hotel – Junior Suites – All meals included (no drinks included) Nestled in a serene and secluded location surrounded by breathtaking views of the Arenal Volcano\, this hot spring hotel is a haven of relaxation and indulgence in the La Fortuna area. The hotel boasts a variety of beautifully appointed suites. Each one is equipped with queen sized beds\, amenities and the most spectacular view of the Arenal Volcano from your own porch.  The hot spring pool and ponds are fed by natural mineral water\, which have therapeutic properties. It is the perfect place to relax and unwind after a day of exploration or simply to soak up the tranquility of the surroundings. There are many options to stay in the Arenal area but we decided to take the recommendation of our travel agent who said this place is basically\, “HEAVEN”. DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from July 24th to 31st 2027. Delta flys direct to Liberia\, Costa Rica from Atlanta. The airport code for Liberia is LIR. Our flight itinerary TRIP SUMMARY AND ITENIARY Includes: • 4 Nights at Villas Sol\, Guanacaste / Standard Ocean Room • 3 Nights at Hotel Arenal Manoa\, La Fortuna/ Jr Suite • Private arrival airport transportation from Liberia (LIR) to Beach Hotel – One transfer per group* • Private group transfer with guide and transportation from beach hotel to Arenal with stop enroute -Sloth Trek with Monkeys\, Colorful Frogs\, Birds & Lunch included • Dinner at Hotel • White Water Rafting (Class II-III) with lunch • Dinner at Hotel • Highlights Tour: Hanging Bridges guided walk + La Fortuna Waterfall tour with lunch • Hot Springs Entrance + Dinner • 1 Private Group Transfer to Liberia (LIR) or San José airport (SJO) / AFTERNOON DEPARTURES ONLY – One transfer per group • Dinner at Hotel • Beach Stay: Daily meals plus alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages from 11a-1pm Meals: Breakfast (5)\, Lunch (5)\, Dinner (5) • Arenal Stay: Breakfast Daily at hotel. Meals: Breakfast (3)\, Lunch (3)\, Dinner (3) PRICES Diver in double occupancy: $3\,500 Diver in single occupancy: $4\,850 Non-diver in double occupancy: $3100 Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Payment Due Dates:Deposit- Due when booking\, approximately 25%Interim Payment- April 1stFinal Payment- May 1st Review our full terms and conditions here: https://athensscuba.com/terms-conditions/#travel For more information or special requests\, please email info@athensscuba.com Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/costa-rica-scuba-group-trip-2/ LOCATION:South Carolina CATEGORIES:Dive Trips To Different Locations,International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Find-My-Costa-Rica-Villa-Sol-03.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270819T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270823T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051819 CREATED:20260214T170257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T170258Z UID:10000684-1818633600-1819065599@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Bali Liveaboard Extension Group Trip DESCRIPTION:Book NowWe have planned a fantastic land and ocean exploration trip to Bali\, this is the pre-liveaboard extension but can also be booked separately. Bali itself is absolutely worth a trip\, so we decided – when in Indonesia\, why not combine Bali and Komodo?! Where are we going? Why Bali? When are we going? August 19th to 23rd of 2027. The Resort Terminal Resort Tulamben & Spa is a beachfront diving resort with sweeping views of the beautiful Bali Sea -All rooms provide ocean view. It boasts a in-house Dive Center & Spa\, 2 outdoor swimming pools\, a beach & pool bar\, a sundowner lounge with spectacular views\, a seafront ocean view restaurant and comfortable Balinese-inspired white wash antique style rooms – all with private terrace or balcony. Set around tropical gardens\, tastefully appointed rooms are equipped with air conditioning\, spacious bathrooms\, mini bar and a comfortable lounge area. Itinerary Day 1 – Bali Arrival – Transfer to Tulamben (L\,D)– Welcome to Bali! Upon arrival at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport\, meet and greet with our local representative. – Continue the journey to Tauch Terminal Tulamben Resort\, located on Bali’s northeast coast. The drive will take approximately 3–4 hours\, with scenic views of coastal and rural landscapes along the way. – En route\, stop at a local restaurant for lunch and refreshments. – Upon arrival\, check in at the hotel and enjoy your free leisure time to rest and relax after the journey. – Overnight in resort.  Day 2 and Day 3 – 2x boat dives each day– Diving in Tulamben: Liberty Wreck\, Drop Off\, Coral Garden\, Batu Kelebit\, Emerald\, Palung Palung\, Seraya  Day 4 – Full Day Tour: Besakih Temple – Sibetan Agro Escape (B\,L\,D)– After breakfast\, depart for full-day exploration:– Visit Besakih Temple\, Bali’s largest and holiest Hindu temple\, known as the “Mother Temple.”– Continue to lunch at a local restaurant with a scenic view of Mount Agung.– Afterward\, visit Sibetan Agro Escape\, a lush plantation area famous for its snake fruit (salak) and beautiful countryside.– Guests can learn about traditional farming methods and taste local produce.– Visiting homes to see traditional practices\, including the traditional wine-making process.– Return to the hotel and enjoy your evening at leisure.– Overnight in Tauch Terminal Tulamben.  Day 5 – Tirta Gangga – Taman Ujung – Tenganan Village – Departure (B\,L) Breakfast at the hotel\, then depart for a cultural and heritage tour exploring the charm of East Bali.– Visit Tirta Gangga Water Palace\, a royal bathing complex with tranquil ponds and fountains.– Continue to Taman Ujung Water Palace\, featuring a blend of Balinese and European architecture with stunning sea views.– Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant overlooking rice fields and Mount Agung.– (OPTIONAL) After lunch\, visit Tenganan Village\, one of Bali’s oldest traditional villages\, known for its preserved customs and unique double ikat weaving tradition.– Transfer to airport or to your next destination The diving DATES AND FLIGHTS The liveaboard trip will take place from August 19th to 23rd 2027. As usual we won’t include any airfare in the trip. TRIP COSTS Diver in Double occupancy $1\,500 Diver in Single occupancy: $1\,800 What’s included? – 4 nights staying at Tauch Terminal Tulamben in SeaView Deluxe Bungalow – Meals starts from lunch on arrival until lunch on departure – 4x boat dives in Tulamben (incl. Dive Guide\, weight and tank) – AC Private Bus Coaster 23 Seat for tour and transfer – Additional luggage van for the transfer in and out – Professional English-Speaking guide – Tour program include Entrance fee\, donation and parking – Sibetan Agro Escape – Daily Mineral water PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE FLIGHTS AND NATIONAL PARK FEES! Book NowPlease click here for the pre-liveaboard Bali extension trip For information on single occupancy and other special requests\, please email info@athensscuba.com URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/bali-liveaboard-extension-group-trip/ LOCATION:South Carolina CATEGORIES:International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/galapagos-diving-hammerheads.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270824T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270831T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051819 CREATED:20260214T170813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T184313Z UID:10000681-1819065600-1819756799@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Komodo Liveaboard Group Trip DESCRIPTION:Book HereWe have planned a fantastic liveaboard trip to the Komodo Islands. The Komodo Islands have been on the top of many divers’ bucket list\, as they have been for us for sure. Ben is going to lead this trip. Where are we going? Our trip to the world famous Komodo National Park with this 7 nights itinerary visits the UNESCO World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve. The park is 200 nautical miles east of Bali and right between the large island of Sumbawa and Flores in Indonesia\, all of which are part of the Lesser Sunda Islands. Accepted under the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Programme in January 1977\, and officially declared a World Heritage Site in 1991\, the Komodo National Park encompasses 132\,000 hectares of marine waters making it one of the largest protected zones in the world. Why Komodo? Diving in Komodo National Park is best done by liveaboard\, which allows you to explore the area to its fullest. The park and surrounding area boasts one of the world’s richest marine environments\, with over 260 species of reef building coral\, 70 species of sponge\, marine worms\, molluscs\, echinoderms\, crustaceans\, over 1\,000 species of cartilaginous and bony fish\, marine reptiles\, and marine mammals. Some notable marine species on this 7 night itinerary include pygmy seahorses\, anglerfish\, nudibranchs\, manta rays\, dolphins\, Napoleon wrasse and groupers. As no visit to Komodo National Park would be complete without encountering the world-famous dragons\, our 7 night Komodo liveaboard itinerary also includes a land visit to observe these giant lizards in their natural habitat On a typical day we offer up to 4 day dives; 3 day dives and a fourth sunset or night dive. The diving day is scheduled as follows: Light Breakfast followed by a briefing and Dive 1\n\nFull Breakfast\, relaxation period\, briefing and Dive 2\n\nLunch\, relaxation period\, briefing and Dive 3\n\nSnack relaxation period\, briefing and Dive 4\, where possible\n\nDinnerWhen are we going? After much consideration\, research and planning\, we have decided to go to Komodo in August of 2027. The Liveaboard Almost new – Built in 2022\, the 47m Indo Master liveaboard was built on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi and is handcrafted from ironwood and teak (traditional to the area). You will find no other diving liveaboard as beautiful in Indonesian waters and\, being built by divers for divers\, you can be rest assured that every need has been thought of and addressed. Welcoming a maximum of 18 guests per cruise ensures that there is ample space to relax. The 9 guest cabins consist of 4 fixed doubles\, 4 fixed twins and 1 family suite (2 double beds)\, all with air-conditioning and private ensuite bathrooms with hot water.  The spacious air-conditioned saloon offers a great setting for your meals and dive briefings\, a cocktail bar\, comfortable seating\, a charging station and a large flat-screen TV. Komodo Master Liveaboard Salon on the Galapagos MasterThe diving Sailing in Komodo the waters are highly varied with beautiful stretches of shallow coral reefs\, deep walls\, and pinnacles\, as well as current-swept volcanic mounts. The islands host a variety of different life as well. Macro lovers will find a wealth of critters such as shrimp\, frogfish\, and nudibranch. Being inside the coral triangle\, diving in Komodo offers a wide variety of reefs that are humming with activity\, it can be enough just to sit and watch the comings and goings. Komodo is home to several reef-building corals\, hence its protected status. If you are looking for something bigger then a Komodo dive cruise won’t disappoint. Mola mola are also frequent visitors to Komodo drawn by strong currents and rich waters. More occasional visitors are whales and dolphins which are attracted by the plankton-rich waters. There is even a small chance that you might see a whale shark passing by. Mainly though\, a Komodo liveaboard is the place to see mantas\, in fact\, if you are a little bit lucky you can even have the chance to see several mantas in one dive. Dive Sites Of Komodo National Park A Komodo dive trip is undoubtedly the best way to experience the Komodo National park\, which is blessed not only with abundant marine life but also a huge number and range of different dive sites. Here is an overview of the most famous dive sites we will visit: Buta Balong – is one of the jewels in Komodo’s crown with the beautiful coral gardens simply humming with fish life. The strong currents and deep walls also offer the opportunity for big fish as well. Sharks and huge napoleon wrasse can be seen in these deeper waters offering photographers the chance to get some amazing shots. Manta Alley – Many divers come to Komodo to see the mantas though and there are few places better than Manta Alley. The site is relatively shallow with much of it around 10-20 meters/ 32-65 ft. allowing a nice long dive time to spend with what can be double digits of mantas and other rays. If you are lucky you might see the younger ones playing and swimming around each other. Manta Point – similarly offers the opportunity to dive with mantas that come to this patch to feed in the currents. This is a drift dive with some serious current and you will likely be drifting with numerous mantas as well as white-tip reef sharks\, unicornfish and the small but fierce mantis shrimp. Golden Passage – close to Gili Lawa Darat is also one of the signature dives of Komodo with the expected currents making it a drift dive. Divers can drift down and over the coral reef to see reef sharks and sometimes even dolphins and mantas swimming through. DATES AND FLIGHTS The liveaboard trip will take place from August 24th to 31st 2027. As usual we won’t include any airfare in the trip. TRIP COSTS Classic Twin Cabin – diver double occupancy: $4\,000 Classic Double Cabin – diver double occupancy: $4\,000 Premium Twin Suite – diver double occupancy: $4\,200 Superior Double Suite (with Balcony) – diver double occupancy: $4350 Premium Twin / Double Suite – diver double occupancy: $4\,200 What’s included? – 7 nights full board accommodation includes breakfast\, lunch\, dinner and snacks – Unlimited drinking water\, tea\, coffee\, fruit juice & soft drinks – Breakfast\, lunch\, dinners and snacks – Up to 4 dives daily – Single (80 cu ft) cylinder with air fills – Weights\, weight belt and SMB – Guided tour on Komodo Island – Transfer between Labuan Bajo Airport* or local hotel and embarkation / disembarkation point. What’s NOT included? – Diving and travel insurance are mandatory for all guests – Marine\, park and port fees : 180 USD per trip\, to be paid on boardSD per trip\, to be paid at the airport (subject to be changed) – Nitrox $100 per week – Alcoholic drinks – Crew gratuities PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE FLIGHTS AND NATIONAL PARK FEES! PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY PRE- OR POST- LIVEABOARD LAND EXTENSIONS WE MAY OFFER AT A LATER DATE. Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Payment Due Dates:Deposit- Due when booking\, approximately 25%Interim Payment- October 1st Final Payment- June 15th Review our full terms and conditions here: https://athensscuba.com/terms-conditions/#travel Please click here for the pre-liveaboard Bali extension trip For information on single occupancy and other special requests\, please email info@athensscuba.com Book Here To get a better idea of the boat and the diving\, check out the following videos I’ve found on youtube. URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/komodo-liveaboard-group-trip/ LOCATION:South Carolina CATEGORIES:International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/galapagos-diving-hammerheads.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20271016T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20271023T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051819 CREATED:20260214T170745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185114Z UID:10000680-1823644800-1824335999@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:Saba Scuba Group Trip DESCRIPTION:Book HereWe have planned an amazing trip to the Dutch Caribbean island\, Saba. Ben\, who lived on Saba for 3 years\, will be leading this trip. WHERE ARE WE GOING? We are going to Saba for a group scuba trip!  The Unspoiled Queen of the Caribbean!   The island of Saba is often described as having a fairytale quality – in the sense of being in a place where time has all but remained unchanged. You will find no franchised resorts\, casinos\, or shopping malls. You will however find natural beauty\, a warm culture filled with friendly people\, and a sense of tranquility and charm. Saba is also one of the safest islands in the World. Feel free to take a walk any time of day or night\, while many locals even leave their doors unlocked. WHY Saba? Saba is a unique island. The best way to describe this unique island with less than 2\,000 residents is to list the have nots: Saba has no crime\, no high rises\, no traffic lights\, no crowds\, no fast-food restaurants\, no casinos\, no cruise ships. Oh\, and we almost forgot\, no beaches. All diving is from boats. Ben lived and worked on Saba for three years. He has worked at all three dive shops serving in every capacity from boat captain and dive guide to managing director…and everything in between. THE DIVING SCUBA diving is the top attraction of Saba and it surely offers one of the top dive spots in the Caribbean\, with unique structures to go along with a healthy reef and an amazing under water topography. The Saba Marine Park protects 30 dives sites around the island of Saba. Ben says we will see sharks and turtles every day/every dive! He has dived all over the world and says the five Pinnacle dive sites around Saba are one of a kind in the world. What better way to dive at one of the most exciting dive destinations in world than with an in-house expert! We’ll have five days of two-tank dives and an additional afternoon dive\, all from the brand new\, amazing dive boats that Sea-Saba offers. Saba Marine Park For a five-square-mile Island\, there sure are a lot of Dive sites!Established in 1987\, the Saba National Marine Park together with the Saba Conservation Foundation has maintained moorings and preserved marine life within Saba’s coastal waters. You’ll have a choice of 30+ varied dive-sites\, ranging from easy dive sites for the novices amongst you\, and more challenging dives for the more advanced. All of our dive sites are only accessible by boat\, but most are only a short boat ride from Fort Bay Harbor with the added bonus of spectacular island views! THE HOTEL Juliana’s Hotel has the perfect location\, nestled in the lush hillside in the village of Windwardside\, where the days are warm\, the nights are refreshingly cool\, the birds are chirping\, and a gentle breeze flows through your room\, suite or cottage! This place is super relaxed and laid-back!   Juliana’s Hotel is tucked in the hillside of the village of Windwardside\, where you are a short walk to some of Saba’s finest restaurants\, gift shops\, museums\, and more. You are also within walking distance of the Mount Scenery stairs\, which will lead you to the highest point within the Dutch Kingdom at approximately (3000 feet). On clear days\, you may be able to see the neighboring islands of St. Maarten\, St. Barths\, and St. Eustatius from this breathtaking vantage point. Bring your hiking shoes!!! We almost forgot to mention that the Bar in the hotel is awesome\, it’s the “Tipsy Goat Bar”\, where Ben and many others have enjoyed the breathtaking views while having a cold one or a cocktail after diving. We’ll have breakfast included in our package. There are a lot of dining options around the hotel in the cute village of Windwardside. Each diver will have the choice between three room categories\, Garden View Room\, Ocean View Room and the Captain’s Suites. THE FLIGHT AND THE AIRPORT The Flights on this trip alone are worth the travel. You’ll take-off and land on not only one but two of the most famous airports of the world. At Princess Juliana International Airport take-offs and landings are basically a few feet above the beach. Most people have seen clips and photos of it… Saba’s Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport has the shortest commercial runway in the world and it has a cliff on each end. Take-offs and landings are exhilarating with an awesome view. DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from October 16th to 23rd\, 2027. Delta flies direct from Atlanta to St. Maarten daily. After arriving we’ll have to transfer over to Saba on either ferry or “puddle-jumper” plane. The flight schedule for 2027 is not posted yet\, we will update the flight itinerary asap. TRIP SUMMARY Package includes: – 7 nights’ Hotel Accommodations in the booked room category – daily breakfast – Nitrox 32% for every nitrox certified diver – Airport transfers – Daily transfers to and from the dive boat Package doesn’t include: – Saba Marine Park fees ($4 per dive) and Nature fees ($1 per person\, per night) PRICES Diver in double occupancy in Garden View room: $2\,050 Diver in single occupancy in Garden View room: $2\,700 Non-diver in double occupancy Garden View room: $1\,200 Diver in double occupancy in Ocean View Room: $2\,150 Diver in single occupancy in Ocean View Room: $ 3\,000 Non-diver in double occupancy Ocean View Room: $1\,300 Diver in double occupancy in Captain’s Suite Room: $2\,300 Diver in single occupancy in Captain’s Suite Room: at request Non-diver in double occupancy Captain’s Suite Room: $1400 Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Payment Due Dates:Deposit- Due when booking\, approximately 25%Interim Payment- July 1st Final Payment- August 15th Review our full terms and conditions here: https://athensscuba.com/terms-conditions/#travel For more information or special requests\, please email info@athensscuba.com Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/saba-scuba-group-trip-2/ LOCATION:South Carolina CATEGORIES:Dive Trips To Different Locations,International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Island_shot_jpf.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20271113T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20271120T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T051819 CREATED:20251213T135335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T185253Z UID:10000685-1826064000-1826755199@athensscuba.com SUMMARY:La Paz Scuba Group Trip DESCRIPTION:Book HereWe have planned an amazing trip to La Paz\, on the Baja California\, Mexico. WHERE ARE WE GOING? La Paz is the capital of Baja California Sur\, a Mexican state on the Baja California Peninsula. It’s known for its seafront Malecón promenade with beaches\, parks and art by Mexican and international artists. Many bars and restaurants overlook the water.  Day time aerial view of Playa Balandra\, an iconic beach in La Paz\, Baja California Sur\, Mexico.WHY La Paz? La Paz is buzzing town on the Baja California and the main gateway to the Sea of Cortez\, which was named “The Aquarium of the World” by none other than Jaques Cousteau. It is a breathtaking part of the Pacific\, situated between mainland Mexico and the Baja California peninsula. The sea stretches for nearly 1100 miles from Cabo San Lucas in the south almost to the US border in the north. It is almost as long as the west coast of the US but the average width of the sea is only 50-75 miles. THE DIVING Scuba diving in La Paz is incredible due to the Sea of Cortez’s rich biodiversity (dubbed “the world’s aquarium” by Cousteau)\, offering interactions with playful sea lions at Los Islotes\, majestic whale sharks\, even shipwrecks\, suitable for all levels with clear\, warm waters and UNESCO-protected sites like Espiritu Santo Island. It’s famous for unique encounters\, from mobula rays to hammerhead sharks\, whales and so on. You never know what you going to see. THE HOTEL We will stay at the boutique hotel Hotel Catedral La Paz\, it is part of the historic center of the city\, surrounded by major attractions next to “Our Cathedral Lady of La Paz”. The lively “La Paz Malecon” promenade is just a few minutes’ walk away. There you will find numerous reasonably priced restaurants\, from fish restaurants to steakhouses and taco snack bars. In the evening\, the promenade offers a lively nightlife with numerous bars and nightclubs. The public city beach of La Paz is just under 500 metres away and the Buceo Carey diving centre is around two kilometres away\, with the centre offering a free shuttle service. The hotel has a modern\, minimalist design and 78 rooms. On the roof terrace there is an infinity pool with sun loungers\, pool bar and wonderful views of the city. On the terrace\, which is furnished with upholstered furniture\, tables and chairs\, you can also enjoy the sunset with a cool drink and reflect on the exciting dives. The dive shop is located a short few minute walk from the hotel. DATES AND FLIGHTS The trip will take place from November 16th to 23rd\, 2027. Delta flies direct from Atlanta to San Jose Del Cabo daily. Alternatively you can fly directly into La Paz from a number of airports in the US and Mexico. The flight schedule for 2027 is not posted yet\, we will update the flight itinerary asap. TRIP SUMMARY Package includes:  • 7 nights’ accommodations  • Full breakfasts daily  • 5 days of 3 tank dives  • Lunches and drinks on the boat  • National park permit fees  • Round-trip La Paz airport transfers Optional Add-Ons:  • Night Dive (5 pax min.): $100 per diver  • Mobula Rays Night Dive: $140 per diver (highly recommended!)  • Swim with Whale Sharks: $150 per snorkeler  • Nitrox fills 5 days of 3 tank dives\, special of $180 for the week\, plus 16% tax Package doesn’t include:   • international flights  • transfers from SJD airport if you decide to fly into that aiport PRICES Diver in double occupancy in standard room (king or twin): $3\,000 Diver in single occupancy in standard room (king or twin): $3\,800 Non-diver in double occupancy in standard room (king or twin): $1\,850 Per our terms and conditions\, payments made after the due date are NON-REFUNDABLE. All deposits required at booking are NON-REFUNDABLE. Payment Due Dates:Deposit- Due when booking\, approximately 25%Final Payment- September 1st Review our full terms and conditions here: https://athensscuba.com/terms-conditions/#travel For more information or special requests\, please email info@athensscuba.com Book Here URL:https://athensscuba.com/event/__trashed/ LOCATION:South Carolina CATEGORIES:Dive Trips To Different Locations,International Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://athensscuba.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/la-paz-playa-balandra.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR