Getting PADI Scuba Certified will be one of the most exciting decisions you will make this year and Hamanasi Adventure and Dive Resort in Belize is the perfect place to get certified!
At Hamanasi, our 5-star dive shop has highly experienced and professional dive instructors ready to teach you the skills to be a safe scuba diver. While getting certified, enjoy the beautiful onsite amenities, eco-luxurious accommodations and delicious food.
Why get certified to dive in Belize?
Belize boasts the Western Hemisphere’s largest barrier reef and 3 of the Caribbean’s 4 atolls. It has 7 protected marine reserves and is home to colorful corals, vibrant fish, sea turtles, adorable dolphins and more. The turquoise and blue tropical waters of Belize stay warm and pleasant for diving all year long! No thick wetsuits are needed!
Here are 5 reasons for you to discover this underwater paradise yourself by getting PADI SCUBA certified with Hamanasi Adventure and Dive Resort in Belize!
1. Explore the Underwater World
Have you ever wondered about what goes on beneath the surface of the water? Discover species you may not be able to see in any other way. In Belize, the Barrier Reef is home to a vast array of marine species from corals & mollusks to sea turtles & sharks Imagine getting to explore their homes while breathing underwater! Enjoy a short boat ride from Hamanasi to one of the many dive sites near South Water Caye Marine Reserve.
2. Sensation of Being Weightless
There is no way to describe the weightless sensation of having a neutral buoyancy in the water other than to say it feels like flying! Unlock your superpower by mastering your buoyancy control to enjoy the feeling of floating effortlessly amongst the coral and fish. Hamanasi’s patient instructors will advise you on best practices giving you tips and demonstrations to help you master your buoyancy control.
3. Travel More & Make Friends While Diving
Diving is a great excuse to travel more! Explore different marine ecosystems around the world as you travel. Not only will you see incredible marine species and habitats, but you’ll have the opportunity to meet other adventurous travelers along the way!
At Hamanasi, choose from a plethora of other exciting rainforest adventures to explore on your non-diving days from waterfall hikes, ziplining, cave tubing to exploration of ancient Mayan archaeological sites!
4. Easier Than Ever
Getting certified is easier than ever! PADI eLearning allows you to do the book learning from the comfort of your home. Once at Hamanasi, you can do the practical skills in the pool and open water! You’ll spend less of your vacation in a classroom and have more time to enjoy the wonders of the Belize Barrier Reef!
5. So Many Courses to Choose From
There are many course options to fit your interests and certification level. Each of these courses are available at Hamanasi Adventure and Dive Center. Learn more about our courses here or reach out for more information.
Discover Scuba Diving – If you want to try scuba diving, but aren’t quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, Discover SCUBA Diving (DSD) is for you. Enjoy an educational video, pool training session and one dive up to 40 ft!
Scuba Diver Course – If you’ve always wanted to take scuba diving lessons, experience unparalleled adventure and see the world beneath the waves, this is where it starts. The PADI Scuba Diver certification is the first step to the diving lifestyle. This course can be completed in as little as two days.
PADI Open Water Course – The world’s most popular and widely recognized scuba course is the PADI Open Water Diver Course. Millions of people have learned to scuba dive and gone on to discover the wonders of the aquatic world upon completion of this course.
Keeping up with the growth of the digital age PADI has introduced the Open Water eLearning Course. It’s the same popular and most recognized scuba certification in the world; the PADI Open Water certification, but partially online. The big advantage to the eLearning course is the convenience of doing all your bookwork from the comfort of your home before joining us in Belize for all your in-water training. This lets you maximize your time on holiday. Instead of spending your time in the classroom you are spending it on the beach, in the jungle or on the reef.
PADI Advanced Open Water Course – Are you ready to advance your scuba diving skills, experience and excitement? That’s what the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is all about. You don’t have to be “advanced” to take it – it’s designed to strengthen your diving skills. You can start at any time after completing your PADI Open Water Diver certification.
PADI Specialty Courses – Diversify your experience and knowledge by participating in one or more of our specialty courses from the following list:
- Enriched Air Course
- Deep Dive Course
- Peak Buoyancy Course
- Underwater Natural Specialist Course
- Lionfish Hunting Course
So, learn something new. Get PADI SCUBA certified in Belize with Hamanasi!
