COURSE 01
PADI Open Water
Take your first breath underwater. Once registered, we send you the E-learning materials to complete online at your own pace before diving into the practical sessions.
DIVING IN SRI LANKA
DIVING IN HIRIKETIYA & ARUGAM BAY, SRI LANKA
Discover diving in Hiriketiya and Arugam Bay with Ceylon Sea School. From first-time Discover Scuba experiences to PADI training and guided diving for certified divers, explore the underwater experiences available along the Sri Lankan coast.
OCEAN ADVENTURES & SCUBA TRAINING
Discover Diving in Sri Lanka with Ceylon Sea School
At Ceylon Sea School, we introduce ocean lovers to the rich underwater world of Sri Lanka through calm, patient guidance and structured training. Whether you want to take your first breath underwater with beginner Discover Scuba Diving in Hiriketiya, advance your certifications through comprehensive PADI diving courses, or join guided morning boat dives along the coast, our team focuses on small groups, comprehensive water safety, and genuine ocean connection.
From our primary southern base in Hiriketiya to seasonal diving expeditions in Arugam Bay on the east coast, Sri Lanka provides diverse diving terrain for every level of diver. Explore our locations below, browse our PADI courses, or choose the diving experience that fits your journey.
SOUTHERN COAST DIVE BASE
DIVING IN HIRIKETIYA
Based in Hiriketiya along Sri Lanka's southern coast, Ceylon Sea School offers premier Hiriketiya diving experiences. With sheltered bays, gentle entries, and vibrant offshore reefs like Coral Garden, diving in Hiriketiya is ideal for both first-time beginners and certified divers seeking relaxed reef exploration.
Whether you want to try scuba diving in Hiriketiya for the first time or join guided morning boat dives along the coast, our instructors provide patient guidance, small group sizes, and dedicated water safety.
- Beginner Discover Scuba Diving
- Guided reef and rock dives
- Full PADI certification courses
- Skill refresher sessions
EAST COAST EXPEDITIONS
DIVING IN ARUGAM BAY
When the eastern season opens, Ceylon Sea School connects ocean lovers with memorable Arugam Bay diving adventures. Famous for its world-class surf breaks, diving in Arugam Bay also reveals rugged underwater drop-offs, dramatic swim-throughs, and rich pelagic marine encounters on the Indian Ocean.
Join guided scuba diving in Arugam Bay during the prime season for exceptional visibility, specialized dive itineraries, and custom excursions coordinated with our knowledgeable crew.
- Seasonal offshore diving
- Deep reef and drop-off exploration
- Custom group dive trips
- Certified diver expeditions
PADI TRAINING
PADI DIVING COURSES IN SRI LANKA
From your first certification to professional-level development, explore our accredited PADI courses in Sri Lanka. Progress step-by-step through PADI Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Emergency First Responder, Rescue Diver, and Divemaster training with our certified instructors. Looking for bundled course packages? Explore our diving packages.
COURSE 02
PADI Advanced Open Water
Refine your skills and explore new depths. This course includes five specialized adventure dives, focusing on deep water exploration and underwater navigation.
COURSE 03
Emergency First Responder
Crucial safety training for divers and non-divers alike. This one-day program teaches you essential CPR and first aid and supports progression toward Rescue Diver training.
COURSE 04
PADI Rescue Diver
Learn to look beyond yourself. This challenging but incredibly rewarding course teaches you how to prevent and manage diving emergencies in the water.
COURSE 05
PADI Divemaster
Your first step into the professional diving industry. Work closely with our instructors to refine your rescue skills, manage dive groups, and lead others.
DIVE YOUR WAY
DIVING EXPERIENCES
Whether you're taking your first Discover Scuba dive, joining certified fun dives, refreshing your skills, or visiting our unique Underwater Museum, choose the diving experience that fits your journey.
ACTIVITY 01
Discover Scuba Diving
No certification needed. A guided introduction in shallow, sheltered water followed by your first real reef dive — supervised, unrushed, and built entirely around your comfort.
KEY INFORMATION
- No certification required
- Guided introduction
- Shallow, sheltered water
- Reef dive experience
ACTIVITY 02
Fun Diving
Already certified? Join our diving trips to explore the reefs, drop-offs, and underwater locations along the coastline — no lessons, just diving.
KEY INFORMATION
- For certified divers
- Guided diving experience
- Reef and underwater exploration
ACTIVITY 03
Refresher Dives
Been a while since your last dive? A private session with an instructor to rebuild your buoyancy, skills, and confidence before getting back in open water.
KEY INFORMATION
- Private instructor session
- Skill refresh
- Buoyancy practice
- Confidence rebuilding
ACTIVITY 04
Private & Group Courses
Traveling as a family, a couple, or with friends? We run private and small-group instruction with flexible scheduling, so the whole party can learn together.
KEY INFORMATION
- Private instruction
- Small-group instruction
- Family/friends option
- Flexible scheduling
ACTIVITY 05
Snorkeling Excursions
Shallow reef trips for those who'd rather stay near the surface — guided by our team and suitable for non-divers and younger travelers.
KEY INFORMATION
- Shallow reef experience
- Guided excursion
- Suitable for non-divers
- Suitable for younger travelers
ACTIVITY 06
Underwater Museum
Explore an underwater experience unlike the usual dive. Contact our team to learn more about the Underwater Museum and available experiences.
KEY INFORMATION
- Unique underwater experience
- Available through Ceylon Sea School
- Contact team for current details
FEATURED DIVE EXPERIENCE
UNDERWATER MUSEUM
Explore an underwater experience unlike the usual reef dive. Available through Ceylon Sea School, the Underwater Museum offers a distinct perspective below the surface. Contact our team to learn more about the Underwater Museum and available experiences.
ENQUIRE ABOUT UNDERWATER MUSEUMWHY DIVE WITH US
Why Dive with Ceylon Sea School in Sri Lanka
Find the format that fits your journey, with experienced instructors, structured PADI training, and patient ocean guidance. Learn more on our about page or read traveler feedback in our reviews.
Guided Experiences
Diving experiences with guidance appropriate to the activity.
PADI Training
Structured PADI course options from beginner through professional progression.
Refresher Options
A dedicated option for divers who want to rebuild skills and confidence.
Private & Group Options
Options for people travelling together.
A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE
BENEATH THE SURFACE
Step into the quiet blue and discover a new perspective on Sri Lanka's underwater world. Browse authentic underwater photography in our ocean gallery.
EXPLORE MORE OCEAN ACTIVITIES
More Ways to Meet the Water in Sri Lanka
Looking for surface adventures or traveling with non-divers? Explore our other guided ocean experiences along the coast.
READY WHEN YOU ARE
LET'S FIND YOUR WAY TO THE WATER.
Choose your experience, get in touch, and start planning your time on the water.