Yacht Charter Vacation FAQs

Yes! Many yachts in the Caribbean and beyond offer SCUBA certification with professional instructors onboard. Beginners can join resort diving programs, while certified divers can take advanced or specialty courses. Training is tailored to your charter itinerary, with all equipment provided.

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Yes, children as young as 10 can participate in junior PADI programs while on a yacht charter. These courses teach safe, supervised diving skills, often starting in shallow water. Families can enjoy diving together under the guidance of certified instructors.

👉 For more details on diving programs for all ages, see our full guide to Yacht Charter SCUBA Diving Options & Certification
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Most crewed yachts whom offer SCUBA diving include high-quality SCUBA equipment onboard, so you don’t need to bring bulky items like tanks or weights. However, many divers prefer to bring their own mask or dive computer for comfort and familiarity. Equipment onboard is well maintained and regularly serviced. See details on SCUBA gear for yacht charters.

Yacht Charter SCUBA Diving Options & Certification | Epic Yacht Charters

Diving from a luxury yacht offers one of the most unforgettable ways to explore the underwater world. Whether you’re a certified diver, a first-time beginner, or looking to complete a full SCUBA certification, Epic Yacht Charters makes it possible right from your yacht.

Onboard SCUBA Diving

Many yachts in our Caribbean fleet are fully equipped with dive gear and feature professional dive masters or PADI-certified instructors onboard. This means you can enjoy seamless diving without needing to arrange rendezvous services.

• Complete set of SCUBA gear provided onboard
• Tanks and weights always supplied
• Certified dive guides or instructors included
• Convenient access to world-class dive sites directly from your yacht

Learn to SCUBA During Your Charter

For beginners, several yachts offer Resort Diving programs — a quick introduction to SCUBA basics with supervised dives up to 40 feet (12 meters). If you’d like full certification, we can arrange your PADI Open Water Course or even advanced and specialty courses.

Certification process typically includes:

• Online learning (ideally before your trip)
• Shallow water or pool training
• Supervised open water dives
• Final certification upon completion

All courses include:

• Professional PADI-certified instructor
• SCUBA gear, training materials, and certification fees
• Safe training environments in clear, calm waters

Advanced & Specialty Diving

Certified divers can take advanced courses or explore specialty dives such as wreck diving, night diving, or deep dives. Technical dive arrangements may also be available upon request.

Bringing Your Own Gear

While yachts carry high-quality rental equipment, many divers prefer their own masks, regulators, or dive computers for comfort and familiarity. Bulky items like tanks and weights are always provided onboard.

Top Caribbean Dive Sites

• RMS Rhone – The Caribbean’s most famous wreck
• Chikuzen & Rocus Wrecks – Legendary artificial reef dives
• The Indians – Perfect for snorkeling and diving
• Beyond the Reef – Artificial reefs including the famous Willy T
• Sheltered bays and coral gardens ideal for training and beginners

Planning & Considerations

• Book dives or certification in advance with your Epic broker
• Course duration for certification: 3–4 days
• Minimum age requirements may apply
• Medical clearance may be required
• Additional fees apply for certification courses

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