DIVING Plan an Adventure

We understand completely. You’re a certified diver, and you simply cannot wait to get back in the water. At Bubbles or Not, one of our greatest joys is taking people diving. As a 5 Star PADI dive shop with 25 years of diving experience under our weight belts, we know a few folks and can make things happen.

Many people envision tropical islands when they think of scuba diving. But to avid divers, any body of water gets their gears turning. We like to schedule local, national, and international adventures for our divers. We plan dives to fit any budget, interest, and skill level. Traveling and diving together builds our local dive community, creates friendships, and brings families closer together.

Upcoming Local Adventures

Dive with the Whale Sharks

Swim the world’s largest fish, the whale shark! This 30-minute scuba dive in the Georgia Aquarium’s Ocean Voyager (6,300,000 gallons) puts you in the middles of manta rays, schooling jacks, stingrays, giant grouper and several species of sharks. All equipment is provided including wetsuit, booties, mask, fins, regulators, cylinder and BCD. Just bring your bathing suit, a bag for wet clothing and your certification card. Divers may bring prescription masks; the Aquarium staff with disinfect it prior to immersion.

When:

Mar 21
May 30
Jul 25
Sep 19

Where: Georgia Aquarium 225 Baker St. Northwest, Atlanta, GA 30313

Duration: 1 tank dive for approximately 30 minutes.

Cost: $385.00

Certification Requirement: Open Water Diver

Special Considerations: No underwater cameras allowed. Friends and family may pay for general admission to the aquarium and watch their divers from the large observation window.

Upcoming National Adventures

U.S. Space & Rocket Center

Once again we will be heading to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center for some fun and exploration with an underwater astronaut trainer. This is a unique trip where you get to spend the day bonding with friends and family, playing underwater basketball, shooting rockets, and diving through obstacles.

When:

Feb 28
May 23
Jun 13
Jul 11
Aug 22
Sep 12
Oct 10

Where: Huntsville, Alabama

Cost: $150 per person (No gear provided)

Certification Requirement: Open Water Diver

Special Considerations: Bring your inner child who always wanted to be an astronaut.

Upcoming International Adventures

Villas Sol Beach Resort – Costa Rica

Come along with Bubbles or Not to explore Costa Rica. Villas Sol Resort is located close to the beach, nestled among the cliffs of Playa Hermosa. It’s a beautiful, privileged area surrounded by a lush tropical forest with magnificent sea views. A natural paradise that comforts the soul and inspires the senses, ideal for relaxing, resting, and enjoying the warm hospitality of the Costa Ricans.

At Arenal Manoa Hot Springs Resort, wake up to stunning views of the Arenal Volcano, unwind in beautifully designed spaces, and enjoy access to natural hot springs and tranquil mineral ponds.

When: Jul 4 – 11, 2026

Where: Villas Sol Beach Resort – Costa Rica

Dive Package Includes: 5 nights at Villas Sol, 2 nights at the Arenal Manoa, private airport transfers, all-inclusive meals including alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at Villas Sol, all-inclusive meals at Hotel Arenal, 2 days of 2 tank boat dives, 1 day of diving upgrade to Catalins Islands.

Not Included: International airfare, gratuities, rental gear, park fees.

Cost: Starting at $2,658 per person*

Certification Requirement: Open Water Diver

*A deposit of $500 is non-refundable and any other refund is dependent on being able to sell your space. Balance due May 6. Trip and diving insurance highly recommended.*

Lalaguna Villas – Philippines

Certification Requirement: Open Water DiverCome along with Bubbles or Not and dive in the Philippines at the Lalaguna Villas Luxury Dive Resort and Spa.

The private villas-style atmosphere is within a short walk from the center of the town of Sabang. The resort capitalizes on the location’s greatest assets, the outstanding views of the pristine waters of the famous scuba diving hub of Puerto Galera.

As a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort, you are in the best of hands with top- notch service and a state-of-the-art beachfront dive center offering quick access to the best dive sites in the area.

When: Sep 1 – 14, 2026

Where: Puerto Galera, Philippines

Dive Package Includes: 14 nights in a premium suite, round-trip transfers from Manila, meals, tanks and weights, unlimited day boat dives, pro dive guides, option night dives (USD $10/dive).

Not Included: International airfare, gratuities, rental gear, massage services, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), whale shark or land excursions, Nitrox

Cost: Starting at $3,900 per person double occupancy or $5,400 single occupancy

Optional Add-ons:

Unlimited Nitrox – USD $280/person
Full Gear Rental – USD $20/day
Verde Island – USD $60 2 dives or USD $90 3 dives and BBQ lunch

Certification Requirement:

*A deposit of $600 is non-refundable and any other refund is dependent on being able to sell your space. Balance due Jul 1. Trip and diving insurance highly recommended.*

Bonaire

Bubbles or Not is off again on another dive adventure. Join us and our dive travelers as we retreat to warm and cozy Bonaire. There’s no better place for fantastic diving and the comforts of home. Sign up fast; this trip will sell out.

Buddy Dive has spacious one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, a full-service dive center, an activity desk, three swimming pools, a restaurant, a pool bar, vehicle rentals, and the famous drive-thru air and Nitrox fill station.

Ranked as one of the Caribbean’s top dive destinations, marine life abounds in this scuba diving paradise, with more than 470 fish species found in Bonaire’s water. Great boat dives only complement your ability to access many dive sites right from shore. Because Bonaire is an arid island, you can also explore its desert landscape and visit protected wildlife areas to see iguanas and pink flamingos.

When: Nov 14 – 21, 2026

Where: Buddy Dive Resort, Bonaire

Dive Package Includes: 7 nights accommodations in 1 bedroom & 2 bedroom double occupancy, taxes and surcharges, round-trip airport transfers, daily breakfast, 6 days of 1 tank boat dives, unlimited shore diving plus one truck rental per room.

Not Included: International airfare, gratuities, CDW insurance for truck, Bonaire Marine Park Fee

Cost: Starting at $1906 per person*

Certification Requirement: Open Water Diver

*A minimum, non-refundable $500 deposit is required. Cancellation refunds are dependent on the ability to sell your space. Balance due Oct 3, 2026. Trip insurance, both dive accident and trip cancellation, is highly recommended.*