We track 55 dive operators in Venezuela. 5 teach certification courses (5 PADI, 3 SSI). 8 run snorkelling trips. 1 offer accommodation alongside diving. The biggest cluster is around Chacao, with 3. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 55. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SSI Dive Center | 5.0(217) | none | none | SSI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 55 dive operators in Venezuela, with the biggest cluster around Chacao. 5 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (5 centres), followed by SSI (3).
Published try-dive prices we hold range from $109 to $475 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
1 operator in Venezuela offers accommodation alongside diving.
8 of the 55 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.
SSI Dive Center Venezuela is a scuba diving facility located on Margarita Island. They offer scuba diving and snorkeling excursions to locations including Los Frailes, Isla Cubagua, and Los Testigos. The center provides various SSI certification courses and guided diving programs.
Xprodiver is a dive center that offers guided dives, PADI courses, and equipment rental. They have been operating since 2008, initially in Venezuela and later expanding to Bonaire. The company emphasizes personalized attention, safety, and quality experiences for divers of all levels.
Scubatec PADI Dive Center is a sporting goods store in Caracas, Venezuela, with a 4.9-star rating from 72 reviews. They offer delivery and have wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance.
Orcas Dive Shop is a sporting goods store located in El Cafetal, Venezuela. They are operational and have a high Google rating. The shop offers delivery and has Wi-Fi.
Pilardive is a dive center in Maracay, Venezuela, with a high rating of 5 stars from 60 reviews. They offer delivery and curbside pickup and accept debit cards and cash. Their operating hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with extended hours on Saturdays and Sundays.
Scubafoto is a sports activity location in Caracas, Venezuela, with a 4.5-star rating from 39 reviews. It is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Buceo y Rescate PADI Dive Center is a tour agency located in Petare, Venezuela, with a perfect 5-star Google rating from over 400 reviews. They are operational and appear to be a PADI-affiliated dive center.
Respirando Bajo el Agua is a sports club located in Caracas, Venezuela, with a 5-star rating from 18 reviews. It is operational and has a restroom.
ECO-Diver SSI diving center is a dive center located in El Limón, Aragua, Venezuela. It is rated 4.7 stars based on 13 reviews. The business is operational and offers delivery.
| 2 | Xprodiver | 4.9(10) | none | none | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 3 | Scubatec | 4.9(72) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 4 | Orcas Dive Shop | 4.9(90) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 5 | Pilardive | 5.0(60) | none | none | none | none |
| 6 | Scubafoto | 4.5(39) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 7 | Buceo y Rescate | 5.0(417) | none | none | PADI | none |
| 8 | Skull Divers | 4.9(38) | none | none | none | Visit |