Scuba Dives for Non-Swimmers
Short answer: Yes. 4 tours qualify, including Voted Honolulu's #1 Beginner Scuba Diving + Free Videos Tour (Try Scuba Diving-Honolulu); Oahu Shark Dive on the North Shore (North Shore Shark Adventures); Full-Day Beginner Scuba Course with Private Tuition, Racha Yai (SSS Phuket). Updated 2026-11-02
We compared 85 scuba dives in 8 destinations. 4 tours of the 17 that mention it qualify: Voted Honolulu's #1 Beginner Scuba Diving + Free Videos Tour (Try Scuba Diving-Honolulu); Oahu Shark Dive on the North Shore (North Shore Shark Adventures); Full-Day Beginner Scuba Course with Private Tuition, Racha Yai (SSS Phuket). 13 say no.
By destination
| Destination | Non-swimmer friendly | Tours stating it |
|---|---|---|
| Oahu Hawaii, USA | 2 of 6 qualify | 6 of 15 |
| Kauai Hawaii, USA | 0 of 2 qualify | 2 of 8 |
| Key West Florida, USA | 0 of 2 qualify | 2 of 4 |
| Cancun Mexico | 0 of 2 qualify | 2 of 7 |
| St. Thomas US Virgin Islands | 0 of 2 qualify | 2 of 4 |
| Maui Hawaii, USA | 0 of 1 qualify | 1 of 13 |
| Punta Cana Dominican Republic | 1 of 1 qualify | 1 of 13 |
| Phuket Thailand | 1 of 1 qualify | 1 of 21 |
Tours that qualify
| Tour | Non-swimmer friendly | From | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voted Honolulu's #1 Beginner Scuba Diving + Free Videos Tour | Non-swimmers OK | $89 | Check dates |
| Oahu Shark Dive on the North Shore | Non-swimmers OK | $99 | Check dates |
| Full-Day Beginner Scuba Course with Private Tuition, Racha Yai | Non-swimmers OK | $152 | Check dates |
| Scuba Doo Diving Scooters in Punta Cana | Non-swimmers OK | $65 | Check dates |
Questions
Are there scuba dives for non-swimmers?
Yes. 4 tours qualify, including Voted Honolulu's #1 Beginner Scuba Diving + Free Videos Tour (Try Scuba Diving-Honolulu); Oahu Shark Dive on the North Shore (North Shore Shark Adventures); Full-Day Beginner Scuba Course with Private Tuition, Racha Yai (SSS Phuket).
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.