We track 17 dive operators in Portobelo. 3 teach certification courses (3 PADI, 1 SSI). 4 run snorkelling trips. 1 offer accommodation alongside diving. The biggest cluster is around Portobelo, with 5. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 17. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Scuba Panama | 4.3(89) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 17 dive operators in Portobelo, with the biggest cluster around Portobelo. 3 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (3 centres), followed by SSI (1).
Published try-dive prices we hold range from $120 to $120 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
1 operator in Portobelo offers accommodation alongside diving.
4 of the 17 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.
Scuba Panama is a sporting goods store that also offers diving services. They are located in Panama City and are open Monday to Saturday. They have a 4.3-star rating on Google Maps.
Dive Center Portobelo offers diving and snorkeling tours in Portobelo, Panama. They provide PADI courses and equipment rental. The center is located in the historic town of Portobelo, known for its Spanish colonial forts and clear waters.
Golden Frog Scuba is a school located in Portobelo, Panama, with a 4.7-star rating from 47 reviews. They are open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Panama Dive Adventure is a dive center located in Portobelo, Panama, offering PADI courses and dive trips. They focus on exploring the marine life and historical shipwrecks in the area. The company provides a range of services for both beginners and experienced divers.
Jolly Roger Diving is an SSI dive center located in Portobelo National Park in Panama. The operator provides dive training and access to local dive sites, including a house reef accessible from the shore.
Scuba Portobelo is a sports activity location in Portobelo, Panama, with a 4.4-star rating from 455 reviews. They are open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Panama Reef Divers co. is a sports activity location in Garrote, Colón Province, Panama. They are open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Tuesday through Sunday. The business has a 4.6-star rating based on 53 reviews.
Sea San Blas | San Blas Tours is a tour agency that offers trips and tours to the San Blas Islands. They are a popular choice for travelers looking to experience the San Blas Islands for the first time, offering day trips and multi-day packages. Their services include transportation, meals, and activities.
Panama Divers & Octopus Garden Dive Center is a lodging facility in Portobelo, Panama, with a 4-star rating from 17 reviews. It is open daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
| 2 | Dive Center Portobelo, S.A. | 4.8(36) | 5.0 | $120 | PADI | Visit |
| 3 | Golden Frog Scuba | 4.7(47) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 4 | Panama Dive Adventure | 4.8(36) | 5.0 | $120 | PADI | Visit |
| 5 | Jolly Roger Diving | 4.1(8) | none | none | SSI | Visit |
| 6 | Scuba Portobelo | 4.4(455) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 7 | Panama Reef Divers co. | 4.6(53) | none | none | none | none |
| 8 | Sea San Blas | 4.8(1,101) | none | none | none | none |
