Aruba Scuba Dives Without Certification

Short answer: Yes. 4 tours qualify, including Aruba Certified & Non-Certified Scuba Diving (Aruba Watersports Center); Small-Group Aruba Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers (Pure Diving Aruba); Guided Padi Discover Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers (Aruba Bob Snorkeling & Scuba). Updated 2026-11-02

We checked 12 scuba dives in Aruba; 5 state dive certification details in the listing. 4 tours of the 5 that mention it qualify: Aruba Certified & Non-Certified Scuba Diving (Aruba Watersports Center); Small-Group Aruba Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers (Pure Diving Aruba); Guided Padi Discover Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers (Aruba Bob Snorkeling & Scuba). 1 says no.

TourDive certificationOperatorFrom
Aruba Certified & Non-Certified Scuba Diving
“Choose the experience that fits your day: -2-tank morning dive for certified divers -1-tank afternoon dive for certified divers -Refresher dive for returning divers -Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) for beginners -Equipment…”
 No certification neededAruba Watersports Center$80Check dates
Aruba 2-Tank Dive Excursion for Certified Divers
“Participants must present proof of certification via either a physical card or a digital credential (such as an official app or e-card) upon check in.”
 Certification requiredSEARUBA FLY N DIVE$100Check dates
Small-Group Aruba Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers
“Before you book, please search the Internet for the PADI discover scuba diving or SDI discovery dive medical questionnaire to avoid disappointments.”
 No certification neededPure Diving Aruba$114Check dates
Guided Padi Discover Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers
“Your Discover Scuba Diving adventure is your gateway to the wonders beneath the waves.”
 No certification neededAruba Bob Snorkeling & Scuba$120Check dates
Baby Beach Scuba Diving for Non Certified, Beginner Diver
“It is unique in Aruba to DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING.”
 No certification neededNautilus Dive Center Aruba$150Check dates

Not stated in the listing

These scuba diving in Aruba do not mention dive certification. Ask the operator before you book.

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Questions

Are there Aruba scuba dives without certification?

Yes. 4 tours qualify, including Aruba Certified & Non-Certified Scuba Diving (Aruba Watersports Center); Small-Group Aruba Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers (Pure Diving Aruba); Guided Padi Discover Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers (Aruba Bob Snorkeling & Scuba).

How up to date is this information?

We last checked these listings on 2026-11-02 and re-check every listing monthly. Operators can change their rules, so confirm before you book.

Restrictions come from each tour’s listing on GetYourGuide or Viator: the suitability notes, “Know before you go”, booking rules, and what is and isn’t included. Last checked 2026-11-02. Operators change rules, so confirm before you book.

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