Dolphin Aquatics

Tucked into the heart of Diani on Kenya's coast, Dolphin Aquatics is a PADI Dive Center led by an accomplished female instructor and a friendly, knowledgeable team. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the focus is firmly on making diving safe, enjoyable and accessible — with some of the most competitive prices in Diani, starting from USD 150.

Courses and diving

Whether you're taking your first breaths underwater or building professional credentials, there's a pathway here. Options run from PADI Discover Scuba Diving and Open Water Diver through Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver and Divemaster, plus Emergency First Response training. An onsite training pool, classroom and waterfront location make learning straightforward, and the center's own dive boat gets you out to sites like MV Alpha Funguo and Kisima Mungu.

Divers here can encounter a rich cast of marine life, from sharks, whales and turtles to eels, molluscs, corals and reef fish. With air fills, equipment rental, a dive club and conservation activities on offer, Dolphin Aquatics suits curious beginners and seasoned divers alike. English and sign language are both spoken.