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Come dive the clear blue waters of Cozumel with By The Shore SCUBA Instruction! Enjoy 6 days 7 nights of fun in

Cozumel, Mexico.

Specialty Classes and Advanced Classes will be offered at a special rate for those interested.

When: May 18th thru 25th 2019

Trip Includes:

• Round trip airfare from RDU to Cozumel, Mexico

6 Nights hotel accommodations at Hotel Cozumel

• 5 days of 2–tank boat diving  with Private Boat
• Tanks, weights, and belts on dive boats.
• Lunch included on boat dives.
• All Meals at the Hotel
• All Drinks, including Alcohol at the Hotel
• All non-motorized water sports and activities
• All taxes
• Lodging: Double occupancy at the Hotel Cozumel
• Certified PADI Master Instructor
• Passports are required.
• COST: Diver: $1640         Non-Diver $ 1440
• Tips not included.
• Pre and post trip gathering and information session.
• For more information, contact By The Shore SCUBA Instruction, or Kevin Alexander at 919-247-0356 email scubakevin@scubadivingraleigh.com

See Video of one of the last trips

Space is Limited!!!

***** NOTES***

All trips based on double occupancy. Price will be higher if the person does not have a roommate. Non-diver packages are available. $200.00 Deposit per person required (non-refundable). Balance of trip March 28^th days in advance. Scuba equipment not furnished. We offer special pricing for rental equipment. This includes a 1 hour welcome cocktail party with hot snacks and domestic drinks in a private room at the beach, last night dinner with a special group setup in the main restaurant, and a picture of the group per person. Specialty classes are available during the trip. Price is subject to change based on airline security tax changes until February. We accept Visa/ MasterCard

Details to Follow. call 919-247-0356 for Details

All spots are filled! I might be able to get more but need to Know asap!!!

The is this serene escape. Full of wildlife, the Roatan Butterfly Garden is home to boa constrictors, parrots, lush tropical plants and, of course, the beautiful butterfly. Let the tame deer lick your hand, feed some toucans, and have your guide show you around the grounds as you’ll get an experience here like no other.
Practical Info:
The Roatan Butterfly Garden is located just before the entrance to West End along the southern side of the main road. The Butterfly Garden is open daily from 9-5 and closed Saturdays. Tickets are $7 adults, $5 children (10 and under).

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Explore Hawaii below the surface.  Diving enthusiasts can embark on a new and exciting perspective of our 50th state.  I recommend five diving companies.  Each brings a unique touch to diving.

Bubbles Below – PADI – on Kauai Island offers a fun and educational excursion for the entire diving family.  Imagine learning of the endemic species with your children.  Bubbles Below is both educational and exciting.  Your family can enjoy a new adventure that will become a tradition.

Niihau, The Forbidden Island, is home to Seasport Divers.  Experienced divers not only appreciate the amazing shop and beautiful boat, the dives are inspirational.  Seasport Divers is best known for their great dives.  New and seasoned divers are never disappointed.

On the Big Island you will find three diving companies that will challenge and enhance your diving skills.

Neptune Charley’s Manta Dive – PADI – plays host to the famous Manta Night Dive.  You’ve dreamed of making this dive.  Neptune Charley’s Manta Dive will make that dream come true.  Dive with this great group and live your dream.

After browsing the fantastic dive shop at Jack’s Diving Locker – PADI – you will want to join this friendly group to the middle of the ocean for The Pelagic Magic Night Dive.  This dive promises to fill all your senses.  You can be tethered to the boat to experience this magical dive.

Big Island Divers – PADI – provides an excellent dive shop.  They also bring you the opportunity to enjoy gorgeous day dives in the beautiful waters surrounding the Big Island.

Hawaii is a land of beauty and tranquility.  These five dive companies are prepared to show you the beauty and tranquility that is below the surface.

If you wish to learn more about our trip please go to https://www.scubadivingraleigh.com for the details or call us at 919-247-0356 or email us at scubainfo@scubadivingraleigh.com

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A few questions people have asked about Scuba and the answers:

1. What does it take to be able to go underwater and see cool stuff?

You need to have a willingness to have fun and be comfortable in the water. Be in medically fit shape. Stay healthy, Eat food low in staturaded fat, don’t drink and dive and you will have experiences in the underwater world will give you a life long list of unforgettable experiences.

2. What are the basic instructional requirements?

How do I know I am getting good and safe instruction? What does it cost?A. A beginning student should be comfortable in the water and have a desire to learn. For students that are a little apprehensive, PADI allows the swimming requirement to be done with mask snorkel and Finks. The Basic cost of the class is currently $300.00. Other costs are for your mask snorkel and fins which vary in costs

3. If there is a certification what are the levels?

How long does the certification last?A Yes the beginning level is Open water and progresses to all levels thru instructor.  I recommend that you go thru at least Rescue level this allows you to help yourself and others in the rare occasions that someone gets into a stressful situation. The basic open water class can be complete in a 3 week format with a weekend for the open water experience.  This can also be done in a weekend format as well.

4. As a new student should I buy the equipment or rent it?

If I can rent it where do I get it and how do I make sure it will work right for me? What does it cost?A. As a new student I would buy my mask snorkel and fins which I consider personal equipment. The life support equipment I would rent for a while unless you fall in love with the sport like I did.
The cost is in the range of 800 – `1200 dollars.  This is for good entry level basic equipment. Keep in mind that all equipments safe. You however should pick your equipment for the ease of breathing.

5. How do I keep scuba safe for me and my family?

To keep scuba safe you will need to dive with a good PADI instructor and follow the rules set forth in the open water class. This will lead to many fun family vacations and good times for years to come.

6. Where are some near places to dive for beginners?

Local dive quarries are a great place to go.  In the Raleigh area Fantasy Lake is a great place to keep your SCUBA skills current.

7. Where are GREAT places to go to dive?

My favorite place is Cozumel Mexico diving is good and it is priced reasonable.

8. What about instruction, do you offer that and how do I find out about it?

Yes,we offer instructor from Open water thru Assistant instructor. You can find out more by calling By The Shore SCUBA at 919-247-0356.

9. What about guided trips, do you offer then and how do I find out about it?

We offer instructor lead dive trips and you can find out about our trips at www.scubadivingraleigh.com or for a custom trip or you don’t see your destination listed call us at 919-247-0356.

10. How can I reach you?

You can call me direct at 919-247-0356 or email me at scubakevin@nc.rr.com, I offer training in the Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill areas and special classes on-site around the world. Our group trips involve from 10 to 16 people including special events such as underwater marriages.

– Kevin Alexander PADI Master Instructor #22356 – call us at 919-247-0356 or
email us at scubainfo@scubadivingraleigh.com

See all at https://www.scubadivingraleigh.com/ or check us out on facebook at @bytheshorescubainstruction