Optimist Divers Club

My father spent thousands with this operator, he was a long time loyal client. I’ve dived with them several times over two trips within a year. So this isn’t a once off review. …

Pluses: cheap, decent equipment, and pretty tasty food. Minuses: it took us too long to finally get offshore; the equipment works but is quite old, and so is the boat. There was no briefing before the dive unless we specifically asked for it. I had some problems with buoyancy and a small misunderstanding underwater about whether to ascend or descend — I was expecting my guide to approach me afterward and explain how to improve next time and ensure the whole team felt comfortable, but instead I had to approach him myself to ask about the issues. A small thing, but it was noticeable. There were also some crew members shouting on the boat, which confused people. Unfortunately, I noticed a rather racist attitude toward groups coming from China — calling them “China,” pretending to do kung-fu, and constantly saying “ni hao.” There was also an openly homophobic attitude toward my buddy. Made them feel discriminated and everybody around - awkward. On top of that crew members were collecting tips upfront walking around the tourists with a box, like in a flipping circus. I really liked my dive buddies — they were very comforting and friendly, and overall it was a solid dive, but with so many competition around it's details that matter. That's why I don't recommend diving with them. Unfortunately, the crew needs to learn some manners if they want to keep their clientele.

Great atmosphere on the boat, good food service and good equipment. Everyone was very friendly and willing to help price was great 👍 Second dive was amazing, when you have good people around you it just makes your experience under water much better and you are struggling/worrying less enjoying more. The bad… A bit Unorganised, no briefing etc, I guess everyone is having a good time and most people are regulars so you are expected to know everything beforehand. I booked through a agent maybe next time I will book directly. I will definitely book with them again, I enjoy the atmosphere on the boat