Discover Scuba Diving On The Beautiful Rainbow River
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Discover Scuba Diving On The Beautiful Rainbow River
By American Pro Diving Center
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The PADI Discover Scuba Diving program lets you experience the thrill of diving under the supervision of a PADI Instructor in incredible conditions, and you can start in one afternoon! Rainbow River boasts 200 feet of visibility and a plethora of fish and turtle species to see during the dive. All necessary Scuba Equipment is included on this trip. This program requires no pre-study on your part, just schedule online and let American Pro Diving Center do the rest!
Ages 10-98
Duration: 4h 30m
Start time: Check availability
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Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: German, English, Spanish
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- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Instruction from Scuba Instructor
- Hour Long Drift Dive On Rainbow River
What's not included- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- $20 pp. Entrance fee at Rainbow River
- Start:
- American Pro Diving Center-Swim With Manatees, 821 SE US Hwy 19, Crystal River, FL 34429, USAFor Discover Scuba diving, please arrive 15 minutes prior to your reservation time to get checked in, geared up and sign forms. To partake in this activity, you must fill out a medical questionnaire and by the standards of this form be physically able to scuba dive. (Form found on our website).
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 107016P9- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 107016P9
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- Devin R0 contributionsDiveAbsolutely Amazing! Rodney did fantastic and we loved every bit!! COME TO THIS PLACE. IT WAS TRULY AN INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCEWritten 25 March 2025
- Stanton A0 contributionsAwesome rainbow river experience with Rodney.Rodney was fantastic. Couldn’t ask for a better guide. He was safe and careful which was important to us. My daughter is blind and he took excellent care of her while we were having our diving experience would definitely recommend it and do it again.Written 24 March 2025
- Jay T0 contributionsClean and good serviceGreat tour! Facility was easy to find and clean. Their wet suits were new and thick enough for the cold water. Our guides Austin were friendly and Aiden was very knowledgeable. Even though it was late in the season and there weren’t that many manatees left in the river, they managed to find them.Written 24 March 2025
- KDunt0 contributionsTrip Highlight!This was an incredible experience, by far the highlight of our trip! Casey and Captain Steve were awesome, and it was so magical swimming with manatees. Would definitely highly recommend this experience!Written 23 March 2025
- N2832TPpault0 contributionsAmazing adventure into scubaAmazing job by our instructors Rodney and Jim. Can't thank them enough for there attention and the skills they given to us, for our new adventure into scuba diving.Written 23 March 2025
- 11masons0 contributionsEverything was made easy and fun.The view was so clear and awesome. And my instructors Rodney Pippenger and Jim Ferrier had such a great attitude a great personality. Rodney made the dives so fun and he would say stuff that would make you have a good laugh(So did Jim).Written 23 March 2025
- mattwH1140DO0 contributionsGreat weekendGreat weekend with Rodney and Jim, they were very patient with my wife and kids and made sure they are ready to safely start their scuba journey. Great weekendWritten 23 March 2025
- S1220EFjonathanr0 contributionsGreat time in Crystal RiverRodney and Jim were fantastic! Extremely grateful for the experience. All instructors were very patient and didn't rush when classmates were trying to master skills.Written 23 March 2025
- sheldonw2460 contributionsGot to dive in beautiful springs with lots of cool fish and a turtleJim and Rodney were great diving instructors and we all had lots of fun we had lots of good experiences in the springs as well as the poolWritten 23 March 2025
- hannahbY4356JK0 contributionsOpen Water Diver CourseRodney and Jim were AMAZING open water scuba instructors! Blue grotto was a great dive! Thank for helping me start my scuba journey!Written 23 March 2025
- H876AGcolinw0 contributions10/10Rodney and Jim were great at teaching me and my family the nuances of SCUBA. We would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to learn.Written 23 March 2025
- misty3080 contributionsFantastic experience!What a fabulous dive shop. Our guides went above and beyond to ensure our family had the best possible experience. All the staff we dealt with were friendly, fun, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. The rental equipment was in excellent shape, and our guides took pictures of both our snorkel excursion and river dive for us to take home. This was the highlight of our vacation.Written 22 March 2025
- GreggV180 contributionsOpen water CourseAmazing experience... The staff is great... Our teacher is Rodney; Divemaster. They gave us a lot of advice. A very welcoming club as well. Highly Recommend to entry and professional diversWritten 20 March 2025
- S2641EJkimh0 contributionsPro Diving Centers master divers are just that! Professional and safe!!Rainbow River scuba Dive Our dive master took the time to explain the river and made sure we were all ready to go before heading out. He pointed out the springs in the river, and all the cool areas to see. Water was clear and beautiful! It was fun seeing the kayaks above you enjoying the day!Written 20 March 2025
- S2641EJkimh0 contributionsFantastic company!Fantastic tour! Snorkeled with Manatee! The boat trip to the manatee was comfortable lovely boat ride on the river. Our guides were fantastic! They were able to find us a Manatee all to ourselves! Then we voted to snorkel in a spot just for swimmers it was so clear and beautiful! They had hot chocolate and coffee to get us warm again!Written 20 March 2025
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Tallahassee, FL4 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
We took the PADI Open Water dive class ("Learn to Dive in 2 Days"). Our instructor John Kleinhoffer was amazing. He was helpful, supportive, made sure we understood what we were doing, and made me feel very safe underwater. His calm approach and supportive instruction gave me confidence to get way out of my comfort zone. The dive shop should consider limiting the number of people in the class - we had eight students, including two kids and two teens. John managed it like a pro but the size of the class probably added stress for all of us. If you are planning a trip, consider asking how many people will be in the class and don't do it on a holiday weekend! :)
Written 29 May 2023
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Thank you for leaving a review, but you have mistakenly left a review about open water certification class on our Discover scuba diving on rainbow river product. Please correct your review placement. Thank you for joining us for dive class!!
Written 1 June 2023
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Victor F
Murphy2 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
Was actually a "Refresher" SCUBA dive for an old diver. Rodney and his mentor, John, did a great job of making sure I remembered all the important things to SCUBA dive next week in the Atlantic with my sons.
All the store staff were very friendly. Excellent operation all around.
All the store staff were very friendly. Excellent operation all around.
Written 7 August 2023
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So glad to hear your dive was great!! Thank you for sharing!!
Written 27 September 2023
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Leona M
1 contribution
Dec 2024 • Family
I had a great time with dive master Rodney(the big one) #527582 and Jhon #408210 were very nice. Me and my family got dive certified and plan to continue diving bit we need to still buy our own gear so it may be a while but it was a fun experience compared to our last attempt were 3 people in our party drowned and one had to be rushed to the hospital. Rodney helped her tremendously by walking her through it and being positive. It was a worth while experience.
Written 1 December 2024
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Tracie J
Mesa, AZ8 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
We just had an amazing experience diving with dive master Rodney and captain Abby. We learned so much about diving, the equipment and safety protocols. Rodney was very patient and answered all our questions. We definitely recommend!
Written 17 September 2024
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Gregory J
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Sept 2024 • Couples
Rodney and Abby made my first scuba experience exciting and fun! They were both very professional and focused on the educational side of learning as well as lighthearted to help ease my nerves throughout the stressful moments to me.
I would definitely recommend their awesome services!
I would definitely recommend their awesome services!
Written 17 September 2024
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Juliet v
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I went in and signed up for a diving course and was given the form to fill out. They required on medical OK from your doctor to be able to take the course I could not get the OK from my doctor and she even wrote a letter explaining why I couldn’t take the course so I went back to the dive shop and ask for a refund of my $170 that I had paid towards the course as I could not take the course.
This very rude woman came over and interrupted my discussion with the manager and said you can’t have a refund, we NEVER give refunds!
In my several years of living in Florida, I have never encountered such a rude unethical business.
This very rude woman came over and interrupted my discussion with the manager and said you can’t have a refund, we NEVER give refunds!
In my several years of living in Florida, I have never encountered such a rude unethical business.
Written 16 March 2025
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Asheville, NC15 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
I went into inquire about a scuba diving course. They said you pay $175 to sign up, which I did then you get the form that you have to fill out. Part of this is a statement from your doctor that you are medically OK to take the course. My doctor wrote a letter saying I could not take the course I ask for my refund of $175 and they refused!
I find this outrageous that they’re requiring a medical OK from your doctor, but then they don’t give you a refund if you can’t take the course!
I ask and wrote letters and went to speak to them personally.
I was speaking with a manager when this trouble like woman came over, interrupted and said we never give refunds for any reason!
I find this very dishonest establishment, and would never use them for anything ever!
I find this outrageous that they’re requiring a medical OK from your doctor, but then they don’t give you a refund if you can’t take the course!
I ask and wrote letters and went to speak to them personally.
I was speaking with a manager when this trouble like woman came over, interrupted and said we never give refunds for any reason!
I find this very dishonest establishment, and would never use them for anything ever!
Written 16 December 2023
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Hello,
We believe you have left this review on the wrong business as our deposit price is $170 for the e-learning program and we have an automatic refund policy if you cannot take the class for medical reasons. If you would like to discuss, please call us at 352-563-0041!
Thanks, Mike
Written 18 December 2023
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Layla M
Inglis, FL1 contribution
Dec 2024 • Family
The dive masters (Rodney pippenger, and John spann) where amazing teachers. They made us feel safe and much more comfortable than before. I hope to dive with the two again.
Written 1 December 2024
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Thank you for your review. So glad it worked out and we have a new family to dive with.
Thanks again and hope to see you soon!
Written 2 December 2024
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Angela W
1 contribution
Nov 2024 • Family
Special thanks to Rodney, Bruce, TJ, and Abbey! Wonderful individuals that amplified our scuba experience! Grateful for you all! We’ll be back soon!
Written 17 November 2024
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Christopher W
1 contribution
Nov 2024 • Family
Rodney was awesome. Definitely a top notch instructor with all of the knowledge and skill for diving. TJ and Abby are very helpful with the shop and knowledge of equipment.
Written 17 November 2024
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