Refresher Dives
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September 2026
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Adults
Age 13 and over
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Age 12 and under
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Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Refresher Dives worth booking?
Refresher Dives is a 6-hour experience in Negombo, Sri Lanka, from $124 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $124 per person
In the water, your PADI Professional will help you regain comfort and confidence in scuba diving. You’ll practice a few safety-related skills and then go over anything you specifically want to review. It makes you famili
What you get
About this experience
In the water, your PADI Professional will help you regain comfort and confidence in scuba diving. You’ll practice a few safety-related skills and then go over anything you specifically want to review. It makes you familiar to diving again, so that you really feel comfortable under water.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
Not included
- Lunch
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Negombo
5 kilometers south of Galle at the main road, A2, next to the restaurants "Summer Garden" and "Banana Garden", beachside, at the end of Unawatuna in direction to the south.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
5 kilometers south of Galle at the main road, A2, next to the restaurants "Summer Garden" and "Banana Garden", beachside, at the end of Unawatuna in direction to the south.
Options you can book
REFRESHER WITH SINGLE DIVE
REFRESHER WITH TWO DIVES
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, hi, en, pl, fr, ta, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Divinguru Sri Lanka
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- MUST HAVE DIVING CERTIFICATION.
- NO INFANTS ALLOWED.
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Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Refresher Dives. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great couple days of Open Water Referral course, refreshers and fun dives!
After doing some research online I found Divinguru to check all the boxes we needed in order for my friends to finished off their Open Water Certification from referrals in a shop in Denver. I did a couple refresher dives and then a couple fun dives on day two while the girls were doing their course. Before even arriving in Sri Lanka Ellie was so helpful with all my questions and helping to decide what/when to book! Ellie made the girls so comfortable while learning to dive! She is so welcoming and seriously just great! I was with Martin for my refresher dives and fun dives and he was also great! It had been close to 11 months since my last dive and he was super helpful and patient with me while we went over everything. The whole crew at the shop is great and I would highly recommend diving with them if you’re looking anywhere!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much Heather for your 5* review! We appreciate your feedback a lot. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed diving with us. Thank you for choosing Divinguru for your scuba diving education and we wish you wonderful and safe dives in future!
via Tripadvisor
Refresher diving with Irina
Great experience with a refresher diving with Irina. She explained everything after a break in our dives. Thanks to you!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your 5* review, we are glad that you liked our diving centre and your scuba diving experience with us. You are welcome to dive with us anytime again on your next trip to Sri Lanka.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
A great experience!
My 11 year old daughter and I did two dives at Divinguru this week. Our first day, I did a Refresher Dive (after a 14 year break) and my daughter did a PADI Discovery Dive. We received amazing one-to-one instruction: with all information well-presented, and we always knew what we were doing and what would be happening next. I felt confident that my daughter fully understood how the equipment worked and the key safety issues by the time we got into the water. We each had a diving instructor with us for that first dive, and even though conditions were a bit choppy / not great visibility, it was still an amazing underwater experience - we saw a ray, visited a wreck etc. We had such a great time we booked in for a second dive two days later. The centre let us know when the conditions would be best. This time we were taken down with one instructor. A wonderful dive: good visibility, so many amazing fish along the reef. My daughter was able to dive to 12m. Ellie, our instructor, looked after us both incredibly well. Really excellent pre- and post-dive care too. Very helpful to have transport from our accommodation in a neighbouring town included in the price. I'd highly recommend Divinguru - we'd love to return! A big thank you to Ellie, Norbert and Fraser.
Response from the operator: Dear Harriet, thank you very much for taking the time to write such a long and nice review. It means a lot to hear your feedback. You did great during both dives, I'm happy that I could take you for the second dive. It was an amazing dive, spotting huge Napoleon fish, a stingray and many schools of tropical fish. The visibility is changing quickly and I'm glad we could plan it out so the conditions were better on your second dive. Your daughter should definitely continue and take the PADI course, she was like a fish in the water. Feel free to contact us anytime on your next holidays to Sri Lanka. Have a safe trip. Best wishes, Ellie & whole Divinguru Team.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience and professional staff
The dive masters and staff overall were very helpful and professional, and took really good care of us refreshers. Carefully walking through all the steps, and planned the dive carefully. We also saw lots of very colourful fishes !
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Refresher Dives: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Negombo.
How much does Refresher Dives cost?
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Prices start at $124 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Negombo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Refresher Dives take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Negombo is not rushed.
Is Refresher Dives worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Negombo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Refresher Dives?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Refresher Dives suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Refresher Dives?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Negombo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Negombo and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Refresher Dives start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Negombo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Negombo?
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On Outty we rank every Negombo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Car & Driver for 07 Days Tour In Sri Lanka, Most Popular Round Tour in Sri Lanka (10 Days), Highly recommended multi day tour in Sri Lanka. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Negombo?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Negombo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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