# Bocas Dive Center


## Posts

- [5 Reasons to Start 2026 by Diving and Getting Your Open Water Certification](https://bocasdivecenter.com/start-your-2026-diving/): Start 2026 with an Open Water certification in Bocas del Toro. Learn to dive in warm Caribbean waters with expert instructors at Bocas Dive Center.
- [Discover Bocas del Toro Beyond the Surface: How Diving Connects You With Nature](https://bocasdivecenter.com/discover-bocas-del-toro/): Discover how diving in Bocas del Toro connects you with nature. Experience calm, marine life, and unforgettable dives with Bocas Dive Center.
- [Is Diving in Bocas Dive Center Safe for Beginners? | Open Water in Bocas del Toro](https://bocasdivecenter.com/is-diving-in-bocas-dive-center-safe-for-beginners/): Wondering if scuba diving is safe for beginners? Discover why Diving in Bocas Dive Center is perfect for your Open Water certification in Bocas del Toro.
- [Why Getting Your Open Water in Bocas del Toro Can Truly Change Your Life](https://bocasdivecenter.com/lifechanging-experience/): Discover how getting your Open Water in Bocas del Toro can transform your life, boost your confidence, and open the door to a world of underwater adventure.
- [Why Diving With a Local Dive Center Matters (and How Diving Boosts Your Mental Well-Being)](https://bocasdivecenter.com/dive-local-dive-safe/): Diving in Bocas del Toro is safer and richer with a local dive center. Discover why local expertise matters and how diving boosts your mental well-being.
- [Jellyfish and Seahorse in Bocas del Toro: Two Magical Creatures You Can Discover Underwater](https://bocasdivecenter.com/jellyfish-and-seahorses-in-bocas/): Discover jellyfish and seahorse in Bocas del Toro with Bocas Dive Center. Explore their habitats, behaviors, and the magic of diving in the Caribbean.
- [New Divemaster Internship Program in Bocas del Toro: Learn, Work and Dive](https://bocasdivecenter.com/learn-work-dive/): For many divers, the dream of going pro starts with one simple question: What if I could spend every day in the ocean? Becoming a PADI Divemaster is the first big step toward turning that dream into a reality. It’s the moment where diving stops being just a hobby and becomes a true lifestyle.
- [A Paradise for Sea Turtles](https://bocasdivecenter.com/a-paradise-for-sea-turtles/): Discover the beauty and importance of turtles in Bocas del Toro — where sea turtles nest, feed, and keep Panama’s Caribbean waters alive.
- [Discover the Best Time to Dive in Bocas del Toro: Your Ultimate Dive Planning Guide](https://bocasdivecenter.com/best-time-to-dive-in-bocasdeltoro/): If you’re planning a diving trip to the stunning Caribbean archipelago of Bocas del Toro, Panama, one of the first questions you’ll ask is: When is the best time to dive in Bocas del Toro?
- [Dive and Clean in Bocas Dive Center: Fun Dives With Purpose to Protect Our Oceans](https://bocasdivecenter.com/diveandclean-bocasdivecenter/): Bocas del Toro is one of those rare places where every dive feels like entering a living underwater garden. Coral arches, curious reef fish, macro life hidden among sea fans — it’s a paradise for divers. But like many coastal ecosystems around the world, it’s also vulnerable. That is why initiatives such as dive and clean in Bocas Dive Center are essential: they combine recreational diving with direct ocean conservation, turning every immersion into an act of stewardship.
- [Why Choosing a Bocas del Toro Dive Hotel Makes Your Trip Unforgettable](https://bocasdivecenter.com/why-choosing-a-bocas-del-toro-dive-hotel/): Planning a dive vacation isn’t just about finding the right dive center—it’s about finding the perfect place to stay. Where you sleep, relax, and prepare between dives can completely shape your experience. And in a destination as special as Panama’s Caribbean paradise, there’s nothing better than choosing a Bocas del Toro dive hotel like Divers Paradise.
- [From Diving to Protecting: Marine Conservation in Bocas del Toro](https://bocasdivecenter.com/from-diving-to-protecting-marine-conservation/): For many people, diving starts as a simple curiosity: a chance to explore the ocean, swim among colorful fish, and see coral reefs up close. But the more you dive, the more you realize something important—this underwater world is fragile. Every reef, every turtle, every tiny creature plays a role in an ecosystem that needs our protection.
- [Learn to Dive in Bocas del Toro: Your First Step Into the Ocean](https://bocasdivecenter.com/learn-to-dive-in-bocas-del-toro/): Have you ever imagined what it feels like to take your first breath underwater? To float weightlessly while a big amount of colorful fish swim around you, and to discover an entire new world that was hidden just beneath the surface?
- [Best Dive Sites in Bocas del Toro: Explore the Caribbean Underwater Paradise](https://bocasdivecenter.com/best-dive-sites/): For certified divers, few things are as exciting as discovering a new destination filled with colorful reefs, curious creatures, and warm tropical waters. If you’re looking for your next diving adventure, the Caribbean gem of Bocas del Toro, Panama, is waiting for you. With its relaxed island vibe on the surface and fascinating biodiversity underwater, it’s the perfect place for fun dives you’ll never forget.
- [Discover the Magic of Diving in Bocas del Toro](https://bocasdivecenter.com/2025-9-17-diving-in-bocas-del-toro/): If you love diving in easy waters and ever dreamed of exploring warm Caribbean waters filled with vibrant marine life, then diving in Bocas del Toro should be at the top of your list!!
- [Turn Your Passion Into a Career: Become a PADI Instructor in Bocas del Toro](https://bocasdivecenter.com/turn-your-passion-into-a-career/): Turn your love for scuba into a career in Bocas del Toro, Panama. Train as a PADI Instructor in crystal-clear Caribbean waters and live the island lifestyle.
- [Dive into the darkness below the surface - experience night diving in Bocas](https://bocasdivecenter.com/nightdive-in-bocas/): Are you intrigued by the mysteries that lurk beneath the surface after dark? Are you eager to encounter elusive creatures in their nocturnal habitat? If so, night diving in Bocas del Toro is the adventure for you!
- [Discover Paradise Below the Surface: get your PADI Open Water Dive Certification in Bocas Del Toro](https://bocasdivecenter.com/2024-2-13-discover-paradise-below-the-surface-why-do-your-padi-open-water-dive-certification-in-bocas-del-toro/): There\'s no better way to dive into the beauty of the Caribbean Sea than by obtaining your PADI Open Water Dive Certification in Bocas Del Toro. Let\'s see what makes Bocas an ideal place for you to develop your dive skills.
- [How do I get to Bocas?](https://bocasdivecenter.com/howtogettobocas/): Getting to Bocas Dive Center is easy by air, bus, or boat.
- [A Dive into the Rich Marine Life of Bocas Del Toro](https://bocasdivecenter.com/2023-11-8-a-dive-into-the-rich-marine-life-of-bocas-del-toro/): Nestled in the Caribbean Sea, off the northern coast of Panama, lies an underwater paradise waiting to be discovered: the archipelago of Bocas Del Toro. With its crystal-clear waters and lush coral reefs, it is a haven for divers from all corners of the globe. One of the most exciting aspects of diving in Bocas Del Toro is the diverse range of marine life you\’ll encounter beneath the waves. There’s a reason that the Smithsonian Research Station is based here!  The Kaleidoscope of Fish One of the most captivating aspects of diving in Bocas is the sheer variety of fish […]
- [What are the dive sites like in Bocas Del Toro? Explore the underwater world with us…](https://bocasdivecenter.com/2023-10-1-what-is-diving-like-in-bocas-del-toro-explore-the-underwater-world-with-us/): When it comes to diving destinations, Bocas Del Toro in Panama is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by many underwater enthusiasts. With its tropical waters, diverse marine life, and a variety of dive sites, there’s something for every diver – whether you’re a beginner or a professional diver. The archipelago provides a protected bay area which allows you to dive comfortably all year around, with most dive sites just a short 5-10 minute boat ride away, with an average depth of 10-12m. When sea conditions permit (usually in September & October), it\’s possible to take trips further afield […]
- [Celebrating diversity in diving on women\'s dive day](https://bocasdivecenter.com/2023-7-14-celebrating-diversity-in-diving-on-womens-dive-day/): Did you know that just 32% of all scuba divers are women? To inspire more women to try out diving, we’re joining PADI Women\’s Dive Day on Saturday 15 July 2023, as the industry comes together to encourage more diversity in diving. The hope is that we can open the door to the underwater world to divers of all genders, ages, races, backgrounds, and abilities. At Bocas Dive Center, we’re proud to tip the scales in favor of women, as 55% of our team here are women! Here’s an insight into what inspired the amazing women we work with to […]
- [What is that fish?](https://bocasdivecenter.com/padifishidentificationcourse/): Have you ever come up from a dive and excitedly tried to tell someone about a fish you saw during your dive, but didn\'t know what it was? // ¿Alguna vez ha vuelto de una inmersión y ha intentado contarle a alguien un pez que vio durante la inmersión, pero no sabía lo que era?
- [Bocas Del Toro\'s first underwater pumpkin carving competition!](https://bocasdivecenter.com/halloween2022/): Certified divers are invited to come and celebrate Halloween underwater this year with the inaugural underwater pumpkin carving competition.
- [Family SCUBA diving packages offer](https://bocasdivecenter.com/familydivepackageoffer/): Whether your child is a certified SCUBA diver or not, this is your opportunity to come explore the underwater world with them!. Let our PADI Instructors take you on an underwater adventure tour of Bocas Del Toro. Check out our special offers. // Tanto si su hijo es un buceador certificado como si no, esta es su oportunidad de venir a explorar el mundo submarino con ellos. Deje que nuestros instructores PADI le lleven a una excursión de aventura submarina en Bocas del Toro. Mira nuestras ofertas especiales.
- [PADI’s Women’s Day 2022](https://bocasdivecenter.com/2022-7-15-qeica02wjzl6ud54lyj7zlxitxf2z7/): Bocas Dive Center prides itself on being inclusive and we are especially proud of the large percentage of female dive professionals who work with us. In an industry that is predominantly male, we believe that it is extremely important that there are female voices, faces and characters in our dive shop. Our female dive professionals have come from a variety of backgrounds and it is this diversity that we find important. These SCUBA ladies bring with them not only a shared passion for the ocean, but also their experiences and cultures from their home countries.  For some ladies, learning to […]
- [Pro Tips for spotting underwater nature](https://bocasdivecenter.com/underwater-naturalist/): Read tips on how to spot creatures and critters in the ocean. Lea consejos sobre cómo detectar criaturas y bichos en el océano.
- [Have you always wondered what it\'s like to breathe underwater?   ///   ¿Siempre se ha preguntado qué se siente al respirar bajo el agua?](https://bocasdivecenter.com/discover-scuba-diving-in-bocas-del-toro/): Welcome to the tropical paradise that is Bocas Del Toro. The Discover Scuba Diving experience is perfect for those who want to give Scuba diving a try, but don’t want to commit to a course.  Bienvenido al paraíso tropical que es Bocas del Toro.  La experiencia Discover Scuba Diving es perfecta para aquellos que quieren probar el buceo, pero no quieren comprometerse con un curso.
- [Why SCUBA dive in Bocas Del Toro? // ¿Por qué bucear en Bocas del Toro?](https://bocasdivecenter.com/why-scuba-dive-in-bocas/): The tropical archipelago of Bocas Del Toro on the Caribbean Sea side of Panama is well known for its stunning beaches, lush jungles and colorful coral reefs - isn’t it time you come to explore the area?  El archipiélago tropical de Bocas del Toro, en el lado del Mar Caribe de Panamá, es bien conocido por sus impresionantes playas, sus exuberantes selvas y sus coloridos arrecifes de coral; ¿no es hora de que venga a explorar la zona?
- [Staff Profile - Staff Instructor Kelly Paterson](https://bocasdivecenter.com/staffprofilekellypaterson/): Ahead of PADI Women’s Dive Day on 17 July 2021, we profile some of our female dive team. This is PADI Staff Instructor Kelly Paterson. 
- [Missing Sharks with Martina Alvarez / Tiburones desaparecidos con Martina Alvarez](https://bocasdivecenter.com/missingsharksdocumentary/): A follow up blog in our World Ocean Day guest blog posts, join Martina Alvarez as she introduces her documentary Missing Sharks.
- [Corals of Bocas and the threats to them](https://bocasdivecenter.com/2021-6-15-corals-of-bocas-and-the-threats-to-them/): Marine Biologist and Author, Carolyn Kovacs shares with us information about the corals around us here in Bocas Del Toro - what they are called and the threats to them as part of our World Ocean Day guest blog series.
- [DIVING AGAINST DEBRIS - Preserving our ocean one dive at a time](https://bocasdivecenter.com/diveagainstdebris/): The preservation of our marine environment is one of the primary concerns for us here at Bocas Dive Center. It is one of the reasons why we decided to join Project AWARE and become one of only two 100% AWARE dive centers in Panama.——————————————————————————————————————————————————La preservación de nuestro medio ambiente marino es una de las principales preocupaciones para nosotros en Bocas Dive Center. Es una de las razones por las que decidimos unirnos a Project AWARE y convertirnos en uno de los dos únicos centros de buceo 100% AWARE en Panamá.
- [Lionfish - dangerous, but delicious!](https://bocasdivecenter.com/lionfish/): Lionfish are one of the most invasive fish here in the Caribbean Sea. They have no predators and lay over 2 million eggs every year. Find out why trying to control this species is so vitally important to us and the 42 million people who rely on a healthy reef.
- [Let\'s get local kids Scuba diving with a great promotion](https://bocasdivecenter.com/localkidsdiving/): Give your kids an adventure that they will never forget. Take advantage of our special locals only promotion where children as young as 8 years old can learn to Scuba dive. At Bocas Dive Center we also have special kids and family dive packages for certified divers.
- [Refresh your dive skills with great local prices](https://bocasdivecenter.com/refreshyourskills/): Not been diving in a while? Take advantage of our locals only promotion and refresh your Scuba diving skills with our international PADI professionals at Bocas Dive Center.
- [WELCOME LEANDRO](https://bocasdivecenter.com/2020-11-11-welcome-leandro/): PADI IDC Staff Instructor Leandro Mora joins the Bocas Dive Center team.
- [What is there to do in Bocas Del Toro?](https://bocasdivecenter.com/whatcanidoinbocas/): The islands of Bocas Del Toro have lots of fun things to do. As well as the incredible Scuba diving, the islands are also home to world class surfing. 
- [How can I get around in Bocas?](https://bocasdivecenter.com/howtogetaroundbocas/): Getting around Isla Colon in Bocas Del Toro is easy as it is a small island.
- [What are your boats like?](https://bocasdivecenter.com/our-boats/): We have the biggest, newest and specially designed dive boats on Isla Colon.
- [What is your equipment like?](https://bocasdivecenter.com/equipment/): We only use top of the line equipment at our shop and are invested in maintaining it.
- [Where can I stay in Bocas Del Toro?](https://bocasdivecenter.com/wheretostayinbocas/): Come and stay at Diver’s Paradise, our on-site hotel at Bocas Dive Center. Specifically designed with divers in mind.
- [How can I try Scuba diving?](https://bocasdivecenter.com/try-diving/): Always wanted to try Scuba diving? Now is your chance with the PADI Discover Scuba Diving course. You will be enjoying blowing bubbles underwater in under 30 minutes.
- [Where is Bocas Del Toro?](https://bocasdivecenter.com/whereisbocasdeltoro/): Find out more about Bocas Del Toro

## Pages

- [Customer panel](https://bocasdivecenter.com/customer-panel/)
- [Términos y políticas de cancelación](https://bocasdivecenter.com/terminos-y-politicas-de-cancelacion-2026/): Términos y políticas de cancelación 1. No Reembolsos Todas las reservas realizadas son no reembolsables bajo ninguna circunstancia. Le recomendamos revisar cuidadosamente su itinerario antes de confirmar su actividad. 2. Cambios de Fecha y Hora Los cambios de fecha y hora solo se permiten hasta 15 días antes de la hora prevista para la actividad. No se aceptarán cambios fuera de este plazo. Para solicitar un cambio fuera del plazo establecido (15 días), la agencia deberá presentar un certificado médico válido del cliente, emitido por un médico. Dicho certificado debe detallar el nombre completo del cliente, identificación, número de licencia […]
- [Cancellation, Policy & Terms](https://bocasdivecenter.com/cancellation-policy-terms-2026/): Agency Cancellation, Policy & Terms 1. No Refunds All reservations made are non-refundable under any circumstances. We recommend that you carefully review your itinerary before confirming your activity. 2. Date and Time Changes Date and time changes are only allowed up to 15 days before the scheduled time of the activity. Changes outside this period will not be accepted. To request a change outside the established deadline (15 days), the agency must present a valid medical certificate of the client, issued by a licensed physician. The certificate must include the client’s full name, identification, physician’s license number, and stamp, and […]
- [Gift vouchers](https://bocasdivecenter.com/gift-vouchers/):  Give the gift of scuba diving to the ocean-lover in your life Gift vouchers are the perfect experience gift! Whether your loved-one is a certified diver already or just wants to give it a try…
- [FAQs](https://bocasdivecenter.com/faqs/): FAQs Find out everything you need to know about diving with us at Bocas Dive Center. If you need more help, please email us at info@bocasdivecenter.com. I would like to try diving for the first time, what are my options? For people who are not certified, we offer the PADI Discover Scuba Diving (minimum age 10 years). There is a short theory segment to do before you arrive, which takes 20-30 minutes, and at the center your instructor will review what you’ve learned before you go underwater and take your first breaths underwater and do some skills before discovering the […]
- [Go Diving](https://bocasdivecenter.com/go-diving/): Come dive with us! You can expect a five star experience when you come dive with us! We take care of your every need, from equipment set up, providing snacks, water and towels on the boat, changing your gear between dives, and even cleaning it afterwards. Take a look at your options… Fun dives Come diving in one of the nicest dive spots in the Caribbean and with the #1 Dive Center in Panamá. You will be guided by one of our highly experienced Divemasters or Instructors. Night dive Does the mystery of the underwater world at night interest you? […]
- [DIVERsity](https://bocasdivecenter.com/diversity/): DIVERsity Connecting the community through diving Bocas Dive Center is passionate about connecting with the local community of divers. To get more Bocas locals diving together on a regular basis, we’re launching ‘DIVERsity’, so that you can meet other divers in the islands, share the underwater world together, and be advocates for the amazing dive sites and marine life that Bocas has to offer. Joining DIVERsity will give you access to exclusive perks and unforgettable experiences. It is designed for you, our local diving ambassadors. Take a look at these great options and choose the subscription that suits you the […]
- [IDC options](https://bocasdivecenter.com/idc-course-options/): At Bocas Dive Center you can choose to do your IDC as part of an internship or simply as a course. The internships candidates choose to work with us at the dive center in order to get a fuller understanding of what it is like to work in the dive industry, while they reduce the expenses of the IDC course. The length of the internship depends on your requirements; some spend a month, others longer. Silver Package PADI Materials Crewpack & Fees IDC Prep & Course EFR Instructor course & fees Reduced rates on BDC facilities to conduct own student’s […]
- [Instructor Development Course Dates](https://bocasdivecenter.com/idc-dates/): Book your slot Get ready to change your life and become a professional PADI Scuba Instructor. August 2022 Join us for our next Instructor Development Course Taught over 8 days, the IDC has both water and classroom sessions that expand on the knowledge you already have as a PADI Divemaster (those with similar ratings from another agency can cross over to the appropriate part of the course) before you undertake the final two-day Instructor Exam. What does the IDC do? expands on how to teach PADI courses how to use PADI professional materials practice and hone dive skills Why Go […]
- [Options as an Instructor](https://bocasdivecenter.com/options-as-an-instructor/): What are an Instructor’s options Once you become a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor a world of opportunities await; be it working full time on a luxury cruise liner, self-employed running your own courses, or supporting your local dive center with courses at the weekends. You are now one of the most in demand dive professionals in the world. Employment As a PADI professional, you have access to the exclusive employment opportunities on the PADI Pro website. Here dive operations advertise their positions and you can advertise your availability. You also have access to a wide range of PADI marketing […]
- [Instructor Development Course outline](https://bocasdivecenter.com/idc-outline/): What does an IDC involve? The parts The Instructor Development Course (IDC) has two parts – the Assistant Instructor (AI) and the Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) program. Generally, most divers complete both programs and then attend an Instructor Exam. If you have a professional rating with another agency, it may be possible for you to enroll onto the required part of the PADI Instructor Development Course. What does the course include? The IDC lasts around 10 -12 days and consists of water and classroom sessions focused on teaching you how to conduct all PADI core courses from DSD and […]
- [Before your course](https://bocasdivecenter.com/before-your-idc/): Getting ready to start your IDC What qualifications do you need to start your IDC? Before you get started on your Instructor Development Course, you will need to have a current Emergency First Responder certification, be a PADI Divemaster and certified diver for at least six months and have logged at least 100 dives by the time you take your Instructor Exam. If you do not already have these, we can arrange for you to complete these prior to the course commencing. We will let you know if you require any other materials ahead of your course starting. What equipment […]
- [PADI Instructor Development Course](https://bocasdivecenter.com/padi-instructor-development-course/): Teach the world to dive Change your life and become a PADI Scuba Instructor At some point most divers have come up from a great dive, looked around them and thought – I wish everyday could be like this! Becoming a dive professional not only allows you the opportunity to dive a lot more, but you also get to share your passion for Scuba diving; and as an Instructor, you are the one who will introduce new divers to our amazing underwater world. Not every instructor wants to shake off the shackles of their old life and live on a […]
- [Who will teach the IDC](https://bocasdivecenter.com/who-will-teach-the-idc/): Meet the Instructors As the only PADI 5* IDC Resort on Bocas Del Toro, Bocas Dive Center has the highest trained staff in the region. The team for the IDC can change, but will include: Kelly Paterson / IDC Master Instructor Kelly brings more than a decade of diving experience to her teaching. She became a professional dive instructor a few years ago and teaches up to Assistant Instructor level when she is supporting the Instructor Development Course program. Leando Mora / IDC Staff Instructor A Panamanian Instructor, Leandro fell in love with the ocean the second he learned what […]
- [Divemaster Course options](https://bocasdivecenter.com/divemaster-course-options/): All our Divemaster course packages can be undertaken as courses only or combined with our internship program. The internships enable every candidate to learn at the rate that suits them. Some choose to undertake the course part-time whilst still working, others work with us at the dive center in order to get a fuller understanding of what it is like to work in the dive industry while they reduce the expenses of the course. The length of the internship depends on your requirements; some spend a month, others longer. Silver Package PADI Materials Crewpack & Fees Divemaster Course Free Enriched […]
- [After Divemaster graduation](https://bocasdivecenter.com/after-divemaster-graduation/): Your options as a Divemaster After becoming a Divemaster you have a number of options open to you. Not everyone wants to just lead certified divers, some want to work on dive boats, whilst others want to introduce new divers to the wonder of Scuba diving through teaching. Employment As a registered PADI Divemaster you will be able to access the PADI Pro website which contains an exclusive employment forum. Here you can advertise your skills and be matched with a dive organization anywhere you want to work the world. At Bocas Dive Center, we offer practical advice when applying […]
- [Who will teach the Divemaster course](https://bocasdivecenter.com/who-will-teach-the-divemaster-course/): Meet our Divemaster Instructors At Bocas Dive Center we have a great team of international instructors. Their experience from diving around the world ensures that you are learning from the best. Leandro Mora, Staff Instructor A Panamanian Instructor, Leandro fell in love with the ocean the second he learned what was going on under the surface. He has been diving and teaching for over 14 years and has certified over 1,300 students. Leandro teaches in both Spanish and English. Kelly Paterson / Master Instructor Born in Scotland, Kelly has dived all over the world from the cold waters of the […]
- [PADI Divemaster course information](https://bocasdivecenter.com/padi-divemaster-course-info/): What you need to know What you need to get started To start your Divemaster trainee course you must be at least 18 years old and have logged 40 dives. You will already be certified either as a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver and PADI Rescue Diver or the equivalent level from another dive organisation. You must have completed EFR Primary and Secondary Care training (or similar) within 24 months. If you haven’t quite got there yet, remember we can help you achieve these PADI standard requirements before you start your course. At Bocas Dive Center we strongly recommend that […]
- [PADI Divemaster](https://bocasdivecenter.com/padi-divemaster/): Become a PADI Divemaster The first step in changing your career and becoming a Scuba diving professional is to train as a Divemaster. The Divemaster is a vital component to any amazing diving adventure. From managing diver logistics, identifying the best dive sites for those divers on that day, to pointing out where all the best creatures are during a dive, this dive professional role is one of the most versatile. Once you have trained at Go Pro BDC to become a PADI Divemaster, you will be certified to lead dives, mentor others and be part of the amazing life […]
- [GO DIVE (ESP)](https://bocasdivecenter.com/go-dive-1/): YA ERES CERTIFICADO? VAMOS A BUCEAR Bucea con el centro de buceo numero de Panama. En BDC tenemos las instalaciones, los recursos y el personal para adaptarse a las necesidades de cada buceador. Ya sea que quieras probar el buceo por primera vez, obtener to certificación PADI, o avanzar en tus habilidades con entrenamiento especializado… BDC es la respuesta. Instrucción 5 estrellas. Grupos reducidos. Instalaciones de avanzada. ““EL MEJOR DIVE CENTER QUE HE ESTADO”” — TRIPADVISOR COURSES Quick View DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING Try diving today! Start your underwater adventure in just 30 minutes—no full course required. You’ll learn how to […]
- [Stay & Dive](https://bocasdivecenter.com/stay-and-dive/): NEED A GREAT PLACE TO STAY? STAY AT DIVERS PARADISE Join us at Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel for a fantastic vacation in Bocas del Toro! “Boutique hotel, dive center, and restaraunt” Guests of Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel receive a 10% discount (restrictions apply) on dives and courses. Divers Paradise is built over the Caribbean with magnificent, panoramic views.We provide free wifi, free airport shuttle, air conditioning, balconies,flat-screen TV’s, room safes, and ceiling fans.We also offer a specially designed, accessible first floor room. Pier 19 Restaurant & Bar is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.Ask us about live music nights on […]
- [Divemaster Courses](https://bocasdivecenter.com/divemaster-courses/): OUR DIVEMASTER COURSES Take the first step into your PADI professional career! Come and join us at Bocas Dive Center to learn in a safe and relaxing environment!  During your training at BDC, you will be shadowing instructors, who will help you to develop your dive leadership, your water skills and your ability to organize and solve problems. You will be trained to supervise dive activities and to assist instructors with students’ divers.  Most of our Divemaster candidate choose the internship’s option but you can also complete your training via a practical course.  Internship 6 weeks minimum  Practical Option 3 […]
- [Instructor Development Course](https://bocasdivecenter.com/instructor-development-course/)
- [GO PRO](https://bocasdivecenter.com/go-pro/): GO PRO ! Looking to change your career? Become a professional diver with Bocas Dive Center!
- [Team](https://bocasdivecenter.com/the-team/): MEET TEAM BDC We all love diving, the underwater world, and the Caribbean lifestyle. We come from all over and each of us brings something different to the team. Together, we are the BDC family. Gadi Cohen / Owner / Scuba Instructor Scuba Instructor Gadi Cohen fell in love with the easy logistics, simple access, tranquil weather, and unique culture of Bocas. He transformed a small dive center into a PADI 5 star world-class professional dive academy. He spearheaded renovations, hired top-notch instructors, built specially-designed boats and a state-of-the-art boutique hotel. Gadi and his staff provide a high quality, exhilarating diving experience, and have trained […]
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- [Diving for Kids Bubblemaker PADI](https://bocasdivecenter.com/diving-for-kids-bubblemaker-padi/): Customer experiences Wildlife you might observe during the course Summary of the Bubblemaker PADI Program Where is it done? The course program takes place at Bocas Divecenter, a calm bay with good conditions throughout the year.
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- [About](https://bocasdivecenter.com/aboutbdc/): We are committed to providing the best experience for divers. Bocas Dive Center is the best dive academy in the area Ready to take your diving to the next level. You can undertake all the PADI core courses and programs, from Bubblemaker for kids, Discover SCUBA, Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, and more than a dozen specialty courses. You can access online e-learning for PADI courses, to study in the comfort of your own space in your preferred language. We help you grow as a diver and fulfill your dreams. We have peaceful AC classrooms for you to […]
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