Reef Oasis Dive Club
Reef Oasis Dive Club, a 5‑Star PADI‑certified dive center, is located inside the Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach Resort in Freeport. With over 20 years’ experience, it caters to all skill levels—from pool-based Discover Scuba and Bubblemaker sessions for kids (ages 8+) to Divemaster training and adrenaline-packed shark dives. Operated by multilingual international and local staff, the club emphasizes safety and delivers high-quality, professional scuba and snorkeling experiences in crystal-clear Atlantic waters.
Duration
- Daily boat dives/snorkels: Typically include two-tank morning dives (08:00am–11:30am), lunchtime dive or snorkel (11:45am–1:45pm), and afternoon dive (2:30pm–4:30pm).
- Shark or Tiger Beach trips: Full-day excursions; advance check dive required; minimum 4 divers, max 6; scheduling and confirmation depend on weather and center availability.
- Packages: Diving excursions can be bought in packages of multiple dives.
Sites Visited
- Reefs: Ann’s Paradise, Picasso Gallery, Caves 1 and 2, Gale’s Grotto, Angel’s Camp, Plate Reef, Pygmy Caves, Ben’s Blue Hole, Lady of Lucaya, and Reef Caribe
- Wrecks: Theo’s Wreck, Sea Star Wreck, and Papa Doc Wreck.
- Shark dives: Caribbean Reef Sharks at “Sharks Alley” and Tiger Sharks at Tiger Beach (November–May).
- Special trips: Snorkel outings to nearby Peterson Cay; occasional cave dives/deeper adventures on request.
Accessibility & Logistics
- Operating Hours: Open daily 08:00am–5:00pm.
- Location: Inside Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach Resort, ~17 km from Freeport airport; on-site parking.
- Booking: Pre-booking for regular dives is recommended; shark diving excursions require confirmation on-site by 4:00pm one day prior.
- Cancellation & Safety: Weather-dependent; divers must refresh skills if more than 1 year since last dive; 24 hr no-fly policy; no alcohol before dives.
- Insurance: All divers must be insured under DAN; center follows rigorous safety standards.
Visitor Tips
- What to Bring: PADI certification card if already certified, dive log, water, gear if you have it, reef-safe sunscreen; gear rentals are available.
- Child-Friendly: Programs for ages 8+ include PADI Bubblemaker and PADI Seal Team.
- Language Support: Guides fluent in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian.
- Payment: Cash or major cards (Visa, AmEx, MC) are accepted.
Reef Oasis Dive Club blends safety, professionalism, and fun, offering easy access to vibrant reefs, wrecks, and thrilling shark encounters. It’s ideal for families, beginners, and experienced divers alike, all within a resort environment that emphasizes sustainability and local engagement.
