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Step past snorkeling and take your first breath underwater at St. Andrews State Park. This guided Discover Scuba session teaches core skills in confined water then leads a shallow guided dive—ideal for confident swimmers wanting to explore deeper.
Step past snorkeling and take your first breath underwater at St. Andrews State Park. This guided Discover Scuba session teaches core skills in confined water then leads a shallow guided dive—ideal for confident swimmers wanting to explore deeper.
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Operated by Panama City Diving · Panama City Beach, Florida
You shoulder on a tank, feel the harness settle, and the Gulf’s pale horizon narrows into a green-blue doorway. The instructors brief the group on the grass outside the dive shop; palms clap in a warm breeze as you walk toward St. Andrews State Park’s sandy ramp. The water here can be Gulf surf or, on an off day, a clear freshwater spring—either way the sea calls you deeper than snorkeling ever did.
moderate.
2–3 hours.
Moderate fitness—must be comfortable swimming and able to carry/step into basic gear
No—this is an introductory Discover Scuba experience designed for non-certified divers; certification courses are separate if you choose to continue.
The operator may substitute a local freshwater spring for the dive to ensure sheltered, clear conditions—this is noted in the itinerary.
Yes. Participants complete a medical questionnaire; certain cardiovascular, pulmonary, or spinal conditions and pregnancy typically prevent diving—consult a physician if unsure.
Small groups are used (typically up to six), with confined-water skills and a shallow guided dive—depths are conservative for introductory dives and under direct supervision.
St. Andrews area grew from Gulf fishing and early tourism; nearby Port St. Joe and Panama City Beach have long maritime and military connections influencing local coastal management.
Operators emphasize reef-safe products and limited disturbance of seagrass beds; choose providers who rinse gear responsibly and follow park rules to reduce impact.
Panama City Diving operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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