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São Tomé: ADC Scuba Diving Experiences

By Club Santana Beach & Resort
Free cancellation available
Price is £60 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Dive in crystal-clear waters and explore volcanic reefs teeming with marine life.
  • Experience unique adventures like night dives, shipwrecks, and lava formations.
  • Learn to dive with confidence through beginner-friendly PADI courses.
  • Enhance your skills with Nitrox dives and advanced certification programmes.
  • Enjoy uncrowded dive sites in one of Africa’s most untouched destinations.

Activity location

    • Sao Tome
    • Sao Tome, Sao Tome and Principe

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Santana, São Tomé and Príncipe | This activity takes place at the Atlantic Diving Center located at the Club Santana Beach & Resort.
    • Sao Tome, Sao Tome and Principe

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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1 Dive Pack

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Enjoy a guided dive through São Tomé’s volcanic reefs with the 1 Dive Pack at Club Santana. Discover vibrant marine life and lava-formed seascapes in crystal-clear waters—perfect for certified divers seeking a quick underwater escape.

Price details
£60.45 x 5 Adults£302.25
Total
Price is £302.25

Dive to the North of São Tomé

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Discover the raw beauty of São Tomé’s coastline with a dive to the North of the island. Explore dramatic underwater terrain, vibrant coral reefs, and the chance to spot unique marine life in this remote, northern dive site.

Price details
£77.72 x 5 Adults£388.60
Total
Price is £388.60

Dive to the South of São Tomé

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Head south of São Tomé for a remote and unforgettable dive experience. The South Dive takes you to pristine, less-visited reefs where volcanic formations, abundant marine life, and total tranquility await beneath the surface.

Price details
£77.72 x 5 Adults£388.60
Total
Price is £388.60

Night Dive

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

Experience the ocean after dark with an Extra Night Dive at Club Santana. Discover a whole new underwater world as nocturnal creatures emerge and bioluminescence lights up the volcanic reef beneath you.

Price details
£82.04 x 5 Adults£410.20
Total
Price is £410.20

Ship Wreck Dive

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

Add adventure to your dive trip with a Shipwreck Dive. Explore the haunting beauty of a sunken vessel, now home to schools of fish and corals—perfect for certified divers seeking something unique.

Price details
£82.04 x 5 Adults£410.20
Total
Price is £410.20

2 Dives Pack

  • English

Explore even more of São Tomé’s underwater world with the 2 Dive Pack at Club Santana. Visit two unique dive sites in one day, discovering volcanic reefs, vibrant marine life, and untouched ocean beauty between surface intervals.

Price details
£112.27 x 5 Adults£561.35
Total
Price is £561.35

4 Dives Pack

  • English

Dive deeper into São Tomé’s marine world with the 4 Dive Pack at Club Santana. Spread across multiple days, this pack lets certified divers explore a variety of vibrant reefs, volcanic formations, and diverse underwater life.

Price details
£215.89 x 5 Adults£1,079.45
Total
Price is £1,079.45

PADI Nitrox Course

  • English

Boost your dive time and reduce fatigue with the PADI® Nitrox Course at the Atlantic Diving Centre. Learn to safely dive with enriched air and get certified to explore longer and recover faster—ideal for frequent or advanced divers.

Price details
£241.80 x 5 Adults£1,209.00
Total
Price is £1,209.00

6 Dives Pack

  • English

Unlock a full underwater adventure with the 6 Dive Pack at Club Santana. Perfect for certified divers staying a few days, this pack offers access to multiple dive sites, each showcasing São Tomé’s rich marine life and dramatic volcanic terrain.

Price details
£272.03 x 5 Adults£1,360.15
Total
Price is £1,360.15

PADI Advanced Course

  • Activity duration is 7 days7d
    7d
  • English

The Advanced Open Water Diver course is all about advancing your skills. You'll practice navigation and buoyancy, try deep diving and make three speciality dives of your choosing.

Price details
£388.61 x 5 Adults£1,943.05
Total
Price is £1,943.05

10 Dives Pack

  • English

Immerse yourself fully in São Tomé’s underwater wonders with the 10 Dive Pack at Club Santana. Ideal for avid divers, this pack offers the best variety of dive sites—reefs, caves, and more—spread across several unforgettable days.

Price details
£449.06 x 5 Adults£2,245.30
Total
Price is £2,245.30

PADI Open Water Diver Scuba Diving Certification

  • Activity duration is 7 days7d
    7d
  • English

The PADI® Open Water Diver course is your first step into scuba diving. Learn from expert instructors in a relaxed setting and gain the skills to dive confidently anywhere in the world.

Price details
£479.29 x 5 Adults£2,396.45
Total
Price is £2,396.45

What's included, what's not

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Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Food and drinks
  • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, Non-swimmers, People over 70 years, People over 75 years, People over 80 years, People over 95 years, People prone to seasickness, People with claustrophobia, People with epilepsy, People with haemophilia, People with heart problems, People with high blood pressure, People with kidney problems, People with mobility impairments, People with pre-existing medical conditions, People with recent surgeries, People with respiratory issues, Pregnant women, Visually impaired people, Wheelchair users
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Start your underwater adventure with the Atlantic Diving Centre, located at Club Santana on the lush east coast of São Tomé. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned diver, the warm, clear waters and volcanic seabed provide the perfect playground for discovery. All dives are led by experienced instructors who prioritise safety while offering a relaxed and personal experience.

If you're new to diving, begin with the Discover Scuba Dive, a guided introduction split between the hotel pool and the sea. You’ll first learn the basics in calm, shallow water before heading out for your first open water dive—an unforgettable introduction to São Tomé’s vibrant marine life.

Certified divers can choose from a range of dive options, including single dives, multi-dive packs, and special excursions. Each dive reveals something new: volcanic rock formations, lava tubes, schools of tropical fish, and occasionally sea turtles or rays drifting through the blue. Choose from 1-dive, 2-dive, 4-dive, 6-dive, or 10-dive packages depending on how deep into the underwater world you want to go.

For something truly unique, opt for an extra night dive, where the reef comes alive in a different way—bioluminescence sparkles in the dark, and nocturnal species emerge from hiding. Certified Nitrox divers can enhance their experience with extra EAN Nitrox fills, extending bottom time and reducing fatigue.

Adventurous divers can also explore shipwrecks or venture further along the coast with long-distance dives to the north and south of the island, offering remote sites few have explored. Each outing is carefully selected based on sea conditions and diver experience levels to ensure both safety and enjoyment.

For those looking to become certified, the centre offers the PADI Open Water Course, a full certification that includes theory, pool sessions, and open water dives. Already certified? Take it further with the PADI Advanced Course, where you'll improve your navigation, buoyancy, and deep diving skills. There’s also a Nitrox course available for divers who want to safely use enriched air.

All equipment is provided, and guests staying at Club Santana’s hotel rooms enjoy complimentary access to basic gear. With warm waters year-round, minimal current, and exceptional visibility, diving with the Atlantic Diving Centre is a must for anyone wanting to experience the magic below the surface of São Tomé. Whether it’s your first dive or your fiftieth, the island’s untouched underwater world is ready to be explored.

Location

Activity location

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    • Sao Tome
    • Sao Tome, Sao Tome and Principe

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Santana, São Tomé and Príncipe | This activity takes place at the Atlantic Diving Center located at the Club Santana Beach & Resort.
    • Sao Tome, Sao Tome and Principe
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Santana, São Tomé and Príncipe | This activity takes place at the Atlantic Diving Center located at the Club Santana Beach & Resort.
    • Sao Tome, Sao Tome and Principe
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Santana, São Tomé and Príncipe | This activity takes place at the Atlantic Diving Center located at the Club Santana Beach & Resort.
    • Sao Tome, Sao Tome and Principe
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Santana, São Tomé and Príncipe | This activity takes place at the Atlantic Diving Center located at the Club Santana Beach & Resort.
    • Sao Tome, Sao Tome and Principe