We track 16 dive operators in Howe Sound. 10 teach certification courses (11 PADI, 1 SSI). 4 run snorkelling trips. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 16. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ocean Quest Dive Centre | 4.9(99) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 16 dive operators in Howe Sound. 10 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (11 centres), followed by SSI (1).
4 of the 16 operators we track run snorkelling tours.
Operators are sorted by Fin Rank, a 100-point profile strength score: contact details, what they offer, the dive sites they run, their Google reputation, whether the owner has claimed the listing, and whether their own website links to Fin. 0 listings here are owner-verified. The formula is published in full on the Fin Rank page.
Ocean Quest Dive Centre provides diver training and equipment sales in the Greater Vancouver area. They offer a range of recreational, professional, and technical diving courses alongside guided fun dives and equipment rentals.
Dive and Sea Sports is a retail store, scuba equipment service centre, and training facility located in New Westminster, British Columbia. The company provides scuba and snorkeling gear, equipment servicing, and a variety of training courses.
Ocean Pro Divers provides scuba training in the Vancouver and Lower Mainland area. The operator offers various courses ranging from entry level to professional and technical levels, along with equipment rentals and air or nitrox fills.
Sea Dragon Charters offers dive charters and tours in West Vancouver, BC. They focus on providing boat trips for divers.
Rowand's Reef Scuba Shop is a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre offering a wide range of diving services. They provide equipment sales, service, courses, and guided dives. The shop is located in Vancouver, BC.
Vancouver Diving Locker is a dive shop offering equipment sales, rentals, and dive courses. They are a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre. The shop is located in Vancouver, BC.
Diving Dynamics is a dive shop in Kelowna, British Columbia, offering scuba diving courses, equipment sales, and service. They are a PADI 5 Star Dive Centre and provide a variety of diving experiences. The shop also offers air fills and nitrox.
Oceantec Scuba is a dive shop located in Kaleden, BC. They offer PADI courses and dive services.
PNW Expeditions provides guided scuba diving, freediving, snorkeling, and boat tours in Howe Sound and Indian Arm. The operator uses custom-built vessels to facilitate marine adventures for small groups.
Siren Dive School is a sports activity location in Abbotsford, British Columbia. It is operational and has a perfect 5-star rating from 2 reviews. Their hours are Monday to Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
| 2 | Dive and Sea Sports | 4.9(77) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 3 | Ocean Pro Divers | 4.6(77) | none | $160 | PADI | Visit |
| 4 | Sea Dragon Charters | 5.0(10) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 5 | Rowand's Reef Scuba Shop | 4.7(44) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 6 | Vancouver Diving Locker | 4.7(36) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 7 | Diving Dynamics | 4.7(21) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 8 | Oceantec Scuba | 4.8(11) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
