Underwater Safaris

My family went scuba diving for the first time on this excursion and everyone agrees that it was a blast. I was a bit nervous coming into the excursion but the staff was excellent and really made things easy to learn. If something was even feeling a bit wrong they really made an effort to help. As a beginner we went down about 40 feet — we saw a barracuda, sea turtle, and string ray. The downside of the experience was that since we had never gone before we couldn’t be down in the water long, only about 15 minutes. The rest of the time was spent jumping on the boat and snorkeling around the reef, still a fun time. I think it’s totally worth it for those looking for first time experience, you can also count it as your first dive for certifications.

I dove with these guys on a Carnival Cruise in May 2015 and had a great time. We did a two tank dive to around 75 feet, good visibility and lots of fish. Coral was my favorite as it was so colorful and different. Guys where helpful and concerned about safety. Beginning scuba group came with us but I wouldn’t recommend going into the ocean on you first dive. I took a full semester of scuba back in 1977 at Arizona State University and I just think this is to dangerous for first timers. We dove off a Island about 2 – 3 miles of shore and during our second dive in same location we saw a ship wreck. I would go with this outfit again. I do think wet suits should be offered free (Charge $ 10) as part of the fee.

My husband and I were on a cruise and did this as one of our excursions in St.Thomas. We had so much fun! Chris and Ryan were very friendly and experienced! They took us on a couple of great sites! We will definetly be back!

BUCKET LIST RECOMMENDED!!!
As a child, were you the Tomboy in your neighborhood? Did you ride dirt bikes and ATV’s all day, swim, climb trees, drive tractors and jump off rooftops?
Well, if you answered, «Yes,» to the above questions, you’re probably my long lost twin! Yes, believe it or not, but, I did those exact things and loved every crazy moment of my childhood!
So…to revive those feelings once more… I agreed to start Scuba Diving with my husband!
We were introduced to this company through the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. While sailing through the Caribbean, our first port stop was in St. Thomas. We booked our excursion on the ship and couldn’t have made a better choice. My husband had been diving for over 10 years at depths of over 100 feet. I was the novice, with this dive being only my second. This dive however, was the absolute best!
Our beautiful morning started off with a boat ride to Buck Island, a short 20-​minute ride just alongside Charlotte Amalie. Pre-​dive, there was a span of a 30-​minute snorkeling jaunt which gave us some time to play in the warm waters. The high salt content made floating on the surface much easier. In fact, so easy that my hubby could not swim deeper than a foot without popping back up to the surface!
It was time for our dive. Fitted with our gear and weights, we jumped off the edge of the boat, feet first into the water! Once in, Hunter, my awesome diving instructor, checked my buoyancy and reviewed safety procedures. Once I passed these, it was time to descend. Hunter, is well versed at reading facial expressions and hand signals. Since speaking underwater is impossible, these nonverbal forms of communication are essential! He helped to ease any worries and had an amazing, calming personality. We saw a number of fish and coral. I even had the opportunity to have a sea urchin’s tentacles grip my palm as it floated weightlessly in the waters. An amazing sight and feel!
What made this experience PERFECT was the fabulous crew: Captain Ryan & Hunter! I cannot express enough, how wonderful they all are. First, consider how heart-​pounding scuba diving can be. Being submerged underwater, breathing in an environment unnatural to humans, all while being surrounded by fish and sea urchins, can be alarming, heart pounding, nerve-​racking, of course fun, and most of all… an experience one should not miss!
So, the moral of my review is that at some point in life, we all exit childhood, grow up, and find ourselves living more cautiously. But why on Earth would we want that for ourselves? Go out and expand your adventures by adding Scuba Diving with Underwater Safaris to your Bucket List; you won’t regret it!

Underwater Safaris has great dive spots in St. Thomas, newer equipment, and great staff that are very friendly and helpful. As a diver that goes once or twice a year to different locations this place is great to go diving with.

I spent a week in St. Thomas and after asking around about diving I was referred to Underwater Safari’s. Very helpful and friendly scuba team here. Chad was great to work with. Greg helped me get my gear up to date and showed us some great dive spots. Nice rental equipment. Saw plenty of sea life and creatures. Couple turtles, couple rays, lemon shark, nurse shark, crabs, lobster and too many fish to count. Swing by and see the shop or better yet go on a few dives. It’s a must do on St Thomas.

If you have the chance I recommend diving with Underwater Safaris! Great price, great dive sites and a friendly crew! I set up my discover scuba dive with Chad and he was extremely helpful!