Night Dive
1-Tank • Certified Divers Only • Minimum of 4 Divers
Health & Safety
Safety is a top priority at Red Hook Dive Center and we follow the recommendations and policies of DAN, PADI, the US Coast Guard, and the USVI Captains School Consortium when it comes to our safety policies and protocols.
Our captain(s) and dive leader(s) reserve the right to call a dive part way through an excursion or send a diver to the surface in the event of a safety concern or situation.
Overview
Activity details
There is truly something special about a SCUBA dive at night! Night dives can bring out even more from the awesome undersea world – more colors, more species, and – more action!
Our night dive dates and times vary based on reservations, staff availability, and sunset times throughout the year, so call the shop to see what’s going on this week.
Please remember your SCUBA Certification card for check-in (physical card or photo is acceptable).
NITROX is available for an additional $15.00 per tank if you are certified.
What's included
- DIVE LIGHT
- Fresh drinking water
- Fresh fruit snack
- Professional dive guide(s) for the group (max 8 divers per guide)
- Access to marina bathrooms and showers
- Cooler on board if you want to bring additional food or non-alcoholic beverages
- Mask, snorkel, and fins if needed
What's not included
- Hotel pick-up and/or drop-off
- Towels, sunscreen, cameras
- SCUBA gear
- Marina parking pass
- Gratuity (20% is recommended industry standard for amazing service)
Itinerary
1-Tank Night Dive
Please note that check-in and departure times will vary based on sunset, but an example itinerary is below:
EXAMPLE IF SUNSET IS AT 6:30pm:
5:30pm Check-In at Dive Center in Red Hook
6pm Dive Boat Leaves Marina
6:30pm - 7:30pm DIVE
8pm Dive Boat Returns to Marina
Highlights
We specialize in beautiful coral reefs, wildlife, and cool rock formations on this end of the island of St. Thomas! Our dive sites are shallow profiles around 40ft - 60ft average.
If you have a special dive site request or questions please call before booking.
Additional information
Check-in details
Check-in for our NIGHT DIVE is at the Dive Center location in American Yacht Harbor off D-Dock in Red Hook.
What to bring
- SCUBA Certification card for check-in (physical card or photo is acceptable)
- Sunscreen if needed
- Towel
- Reusable water bottle (we provide biodegradable cups)
- Snacks or non-alcoholic drinks if needed
- Any diving gear you personally want to bring
- Personal dive light
- Camera or GO-PRO
Special requirements
- The minimum age for diving and Discover SCUBA Diving is 10 years old.
- Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied an adult on the boat/at the beach during the excursion.
- All participants must be able to swim and float unassisted in the ocean.
Restrictions
- All participants must be able to swim and float unassisted in the ocean.
- If you have been out of the water for 2+ years please call to book.
- If you have had surgery within the last 6 months please call to book.
- If you have limited mobility or other health concerns or questions please call to book.
Disclaimers
IMPORTANT – Flying After Diving!
- For single dives within the no decompression limits, a minimum pre-flight surface interval of 18 hours is suggested.
- For repetitive dives and/or multi-day dives within the no decompression limits, a minimum pre-flight surface interval of 24 hours is suggested.
WE DIVE RAIN OR SHINE!
In the event of extreme weather conditions, such as lightning or high winds, we will inform you of the cancellation and you will be given to option of an alternative date or a full refund.
Cancellations
Full refunds are made if cancellations are confirmed with at least 48 hours notice prior to reservation date. Contact us by phone or email to inquire about cancellation. Cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice and No-Shows will result in forfeiture of payment. Customers will receive a full refund or an opportunity to re-book on alternate date(s) in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Minimum numbers apply to our boat excursions. (There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. If this occurs, you will be given to option of an alternative date or a full refund.)
We go diving rain or shine. In the event of extreme weather conditions, such as lightning or high winds, we will inform you of the cancellation and you will be given to option of an alternative date or a full refund.