We track 26 dive operators in Santa Marta. 14 teach certification courses (18 PADI, 5 SSI). 11 run snorkelling trips. 4 offer accommodation alongside diving. The biggest cluster is around Santa Marta, with 14. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 26. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ocean Lovers Taganga | 4.5(110) | 4.3 | $36 | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 26 dive operators in Santa Marta, with the biggest cluster around Santa Marta. 14 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (18 centres), followed by SSI (5). CMAS also appear.
Published try-dive prices we hold range from $31 to $38 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
4 operators in Santa Marta offer accommodation alongside diving.
11 of the 26 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 Lovers Taganga is a PADI dive center and hostel located in Taganga, Santa Marta. They offer diving courses, guided dives, and accommodation. The center is known for its friendly atmosphere and proximity to dive sites.
Poseidon Dive Center is a dive center located in Taganga, Santa Marta. They offer diving courses, guided dives, and equipment rental. The center is situated in a popular diving area known for its marine life.
Taganga Dive Station is a PADI 5 star resort located in Taganga, Colombia, offering scuba diving courses and excursions in Tayrona Park. The operator provides equipment, guided dives, and training ranging from beginner to professional levels.
Oceano Scuba Centro de Buceo is a dive center located in Santa Marta, Colombia. They offer PADI-certified courses, guided dives, and equipment rental.
Nautilus Dive Center Taganga is a PADI 5-star dive resort offering a comprehensive range of diving services. Located in Taganga, Santa Marta, they provide courses, guided dives, and equipment rental. The resort also offers accommodation.
Sony Dive Center provides scuba diving experiences in Taganga and Tayrona National Park. The operator focuses on small group instruction and guided dives for both beginners and certified divers.
Diving Taganga - Buceo Taganga is a dive center located in Taganga, Santa Marta. They offer a variety of diving services, including courses and guided dives. The center is known for its experienced divemasters and access to local dive sites.
Oceano Scuba Dive Center is a dive center located in Taganga, Santa Marta. They provide diving courses, guided dives, and equipment rental. The center is known for its experienced instructors and access to local dive sites.
Aquantis Dive Center is a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort located in Santa Marta, Colombia. They offer a variety of diving courses, guided dives, and equipment rental.
Tayrona Dive Center Resort PADI is a dive center located in Taganga, Colombia. It is operational and has a 4.7-star rating based on 110 reviews. The center is open daily from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
| 2 | Poseidon Dive Center | 4.7(105) | 4.5 | $34 | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 3 | Taganga Dive Station | 4.9(93) | none | none | PADI · CMAS | Visit |
| 4 | Oceano Scuba | 4.7(100) | 4.5 | none | PADI | none |
| 5 | Nautilus Dive Center Taganga | 4.8(120) | 4.7 | $38 | PADI | Visit |
| 6 | Sony Dive Center | 4.9(166) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 7 | Diving Taganga | 4.5(100) | 4.2 | $32 | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 8 | Oceano Scuba Dive Center | 4.6(95) | 4.0 | $31 | PADI · SSI | Visit |
