For PADI certification courses, you must be able to swim 200 meters and float for 10 minutes. For our introductory Discover Scuba Diving experience, you just need to be comfortable in the water, as you’ll be with an instructor the entire time.

A: Sri Lanka offers great diving year-round by alternating coasts! The best season for the south coast (Weligama) is from October to May. For the east coast (Trincomalee), the season is from May to October.

Yes. At Padi Trainer, safety is our top priority. All our instructors are certified PADI Professionals, we use modern, well-maintained equipment, and we adhere to all PADI safety standards.

In Weligama, you can often see turtles, moray eels, rays, and countless reef fish. Trincomalee is famous for its vibrant coral reefs, large schools of fish, and the chance to spot reef sharks and whales.

Yes. If you wear soft contact lenses, you can dive with them in. If you wear glasses, you can rent a prescription mask from us. Please let us know your prescription in advance so we can have it ready for you.

The ocean in Sri Lanka is warm year-round, typically 27-30°C (80-86°F). We provide you with a 3mm shorty wetsuit for thermal comfort and protection during all our dives.

It’s completely normal to be nervous! Our instructors are specially trained to help you feel safe and comfortable. The Discover Scuba Diving program is designed for beginners to experience the feeling of breathing underwater in a calm, controlled environment with an instructor by your side at all times.

If you want to get certified in 3-4 days, the PADI Open Water Diver course is the world’s most popular choice. If you’re short on time or just want to try diving for one day, the Discover Scuba Dive is the perfect option.

The course typically takes 3 to 4 days. This includes theory sessions, skill practice in a pool or shallow water, and four dives in the open ocean.

The minimum age is 10 years old for the PADI Open Water Diver certification. We offer courses for all skill levels and ages.

We highly recommend a PADI Scuba Review if it has been more than a year since your last dive. This is a quick refresher program with a PADI Professional to brush up on your skills and knowledge, ensuring you feel confident before your next fun dive.

The best time for whale watching in Mirissa is from November to April. During this period, the ocean is calm, and sightings of blue whales, sperm whales, and dolphins are very frequent.

We recommend light, neutral-colored clothing, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and of course, your camera! Binoculars are also a great idea. We provide water and meals as per your tour package.

Yes, absolutely. We partner with responsible tour operators who strictly follow international guidelines for ethical whale watching. This means keeping a respectful distance and ensuring the welfare of the animals is the top priority.

Yala National Park is world-famous for having the highest density of leopards. Udawalawe National Park is best known for its large, guaranteed herds of wild elephants. We can help you choose the safari that best fits your interests.

You can use the booking form on any of the activity pages on our website. You can also contact us directly via WhatsApp or Email, and our team will be happy to assist you.

We offer a full refund for cancellations made at least 48 hours before the scheduled activity. Please contact us for more specific details regarding your booking as policies may vary.

Yes, we offer a variety of accommodation options, including budget-friendly hostel beds, private rooms, and a farm villa. We can arrange a complete dive-and-stay package for you.

Yes, we offer special rates for groups and families. Please contact us with the details of your group, and we can create a customized package for you.

We can certainly arrange a private, air-conditioned vehicle to pick you up from Airport and bring you directly to your accommodation. Please contact us with your flight details to get a quote.