Dive Packages

Dive Provo, the premier dive operation in the Turks and Caicos Islands, knows that experienced divers want the freedom to plan and execute their own dives, explore at their own pace and enjoy the reef without having to follow a group of other divers. A thorough dive briefing is given prior to every dive and divers enter the water in their buddy teams. We are lucky in the Turks and Caicos Islands to have generally spectacular visibility, minimal currents and easy navigation along the edge of the walls.

Divers without buddies team with the divemaster and everyone on board explores the reef at their own pace. An underwater marker is used to aid in re-locating the boat and divers enjoy a relaxed dive without worrying about keeping up with the group.

Newer divers are offered advice on buoyancy control and navigation and may prefer to follow the guide in the water, but most soon learn that they see more underwater and enjoy the sport more if they are allowed to control their own dive. This philosophy of diving freedom ensures a core repeat clientele and many word of mouth recommendations.

Dive Provo will work with you to plan either a complete vacation package including airfare and hotel, or if you prefer, we have rates for individual dives and discounted dive packages!

The schedule of diving options at Dive Provo is flexible, extensive and varied. Designed to cater to the needs of novice divers through experienced, the daily schedule includes two tank dives departing at 8:30 am and one tank dives at 2:30 pm.

The 2 tank dives visit nearly all of the areas around Provo including Grace Bay, Northwest Point, West Caicos, French Cay, Pine Cay and Sandbore Channel. The dive boats depart from the docks at Turtle Cove Marina for diving along Provo’s north shore, and from our dock on the south side of the island for trips to West Caicos and French Cay. Pick up time at the various hotels is 8:00 am for these dives, returning to your hotel any time between 1:00 pm and 3:30 pm depending upon the destination.  The south side trips have the later return times.

3 tank Scuba Safaris: These are scheduled every Wednesday and a full day 3 tank trip will take you to the less often visited areas of Southwest Reef, ½ mile Reef, Molasses Reef or West Sand Spit. $179.00 for one day or $69.00 add-on to your two-tank package. 1 tank of Nitrox is included to allow enough time for full exploration.  (Divers who are not certified  Nitrox divers receive instruction and supervision.)

Each area has numerous dive sites and it’s own special appeal. For divers taking advantage of a dive package we try to rotate dives around all the areas so you get a taste of the variety the diving in the Turks and Caicos offers.

Following a pre-dive briefing divers dive buddy system or may follow the guide. Navigation is relatively easy along the edge of the wall and an in-water marker allows for easy relocation of the boat.

The single tank dives all take place out in Grace Bay. A short boat ride from the dock, dives here make for a very relaxing afternoon. The reef starts in about 25 feet of water under the boat and generally slopes off gently to about 120 ft. Spur and groove coral formations offer interesting topography with many nooks and crannies for underwater creatures to hide in and for inquisitive divers to explore. The afternoon boats depart around 2:00 p.m for single tank dive, returning at approximately 4:30 – 5:00 p.m.

We have found a number of divers are afraid to take that first giant stride into dark water. We have a solution! The “Rush Hour.” We set off before sunset and enter the water at dusk, encountering the daytime workers heading home to safety for the night and the night shift starting out for a night of hunting. Fish, normally afraid in bright sunlight will allow us to get close, and as darkness falls our lights pick up the true vibrant colors of corals bland looking during the day, octopus slinking over the reef and sharks coming in to feed. During the summer months dinner may be a little late but the show is certainly worth it.

Rush Hour dives are scheduled on request with a minimum of 6 divers. We try to keep them mid week as people tend to come and go over the weekend. Let us know your preferred night when you arrive and we will direct other divers to that night.

Take note of the moon when you visit Provo. Full moon dives often need no light at all and are quite eerie, or try diving with the glow-worms. These creatures mate every month 3-5 days after the full moon. The males die after their usefulness is spent, going out in a burst of underwater flames. An interesting light show!

Take advantage of our discounted prices when pre-booking your dives!

NITROX: add $10.00 per tank per dive for any Nitrox package upgrade.

GEAR RENTAL: Gear rental is available at $25.00 per day for an entire Scuba Pack (BCD, Regulator, computer, wet suit, mask, fins & snorkel.)  The rental of one item only from the set is $10.00 per day, 2 items from the set $18.00 per day.

DIGITAL CAMERAS are available for rent for $39.00 per day. Pictures downloaded to a disc.

PRIVATE INSTRUCTORS are available to dive with you on request. Single divers or buddy teams who have not dived in a while may like  the additional security or to to help refresh skills. Cost $200.00 for a 2 tank dive or $60.00 for a 1 tank dive in addition to the charge for the boat dive(s).

The best option for rusty or nervous divers is to take the PADI Advanced Open Water course.  The next step on the ladder for the Open Water Diver. A great vacation course as this class is self study with no exam and thorough on-boat and in-water briefings with your instructor. The course is designed to increase your knowledge of Deep Diving and Underwater Navigation plus Peak Performance Buoyancy and your choice of two elective dives. Pick from among six interesting dives particularly suitable for our environment: Underwater Naturalist, Fish ID, Multi Level Diving, Boat Diving or Underwater Photography ($39.00 digital camera rental not included.) Earn your Advanced Open Water card with 5 dives in 2 days. These are great dives to do in Provo; improve your diving skills and confidence, and start seeing things you would otherwise swim over. Course fee includes all materials, equipment, instruction, and dives. $480.00

Full Day Private Charters are available for divers wanting privacy or to plan their own schedule.($1600.00 per day for up to 4 divers – additional divers $100.00 per person) Choose to do 1, 2 or 3 dives. Gear rental, lunch and refreshments are included.Half Day Private Charters for afternoon dives are also available for $1000.00 per afternoon. Additional $50.00 per person over 6 divers.