Sunshine Coast Shore Dive
Why train with us?
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Low student to instructor ratios : 3 or 4 students per instructor both in the pool and ocean
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Our retail store is located downtown.
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Diving courses available all year-round. Private courses available.
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We teach children 10 years and older.
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Passionate team of Instructors and Divemasters who love to teach.
Sunshine Coast Shore Dive | Tuwanek Guided Day Trip from Vancouver
Join us for an unforgettable day of scuba diving on BC’s Sunshine Coast. This guided shore dive in Tuwanek is perfect for certified divers looking to explore one of the province’s most vibrant cold-water sites. Expect playful seals, colorful nudibranchs, wolf eels, and even the elusive giant Pacific octopus.
Meeting Options:
- 8:00 AM: Meet at Diving Sports Canada – 4578 Main St, Vancouver (includes transportation)
- 9:00 AM: Meet directly on the ferry (Horseshoe Bay terminal)
What’s Included:
- Round-trip transportation from Vancouver to Sunshine Coast (optional)
- Ferry fees (passenger & vehicle)
- 2 guided shore dives in Tuwanek
- 2 air tanks
- Weights for both dives
- Experienced dive guide
What’s Not Included:
- Rental Equipment – Reserve your rental gear here
- Meals/snacks during the day
Diving in a Drysuit?
To use one of our rental drysuits, you must be certified. If you’re new to drysuit diving, take our PADI Drysuit Specialty Course before joining this trip.
Requirements to Join:
- Certified Open Water Diver (minimum)
- Minimum 5 cold water dives, including one in the last 6 months
- Drysuit certification required if using a drysuit
- Minimum age: 12 (minors require parental consent)
Transportation:
We offer limited seating in our 7-passenger dive van. You’re welcome to join the group van or make your own way to the ferry/dive site. First-come, first-served basis — please request transport at checkout.
Trip Flow & Meeting Time:
- 8:00 AM: Meet at the shop and pack the van
- 9:45 AM: Take the ferry from Horseshoe Bay to Sunshine Coast
- 10:45 AM: Arrive and drive to the dive site
- 11:30 AM: First dive, followed by a surface interval
- 1:30 PM: Second dive
- 3:00 PM: Return drive + optional pub stop (time permitting)
- 5:55 PM: Ferry back to Horseshoe Bay
- 7:30 PM: Return to Diving Sports Canada
Reserve Your Spot:
These trips fill up fast—especially spots in the van. → Book your Sunshine Coast Shore Dive here
Tuwanek Scuba Dive Trip | Top Shore Dives Near Vancouver
Why Join Diving Sports for the Tuwanek Trip?
Located on BC’s stunning Sunshine Coast, Tuwanek is one of the most scenic and marine-rich dive sites in the province. Known for its calm, clear waters and abundant sea life, it’s a diver’s paradise—perfect for underwater photography, fun diving, or skill refreshers.
When you join Diving Sports Canada for a Tuwanek dive, you benefit from the planning, gear support, and experience of our expert team. Whether you're diving solo or with a buddy, we make sure the trip is smooth, safe, and memorable.
- Expert-led dive trips suitable for all certified divers
- Options for carpooling or gear transport assistance
- Small group sizes to maximize enjoyment and safety
- Explore underwater walls, sea stars, nudibranchs, and even wolf eels
Our Commitment to Safety and Enjoyment
- Certified and experienced dive guides with local knowledge
- First Aid and oxygen kits available on every trip
- Dive plans adjusted based on group comfort and ocean conditions
- Eco-conscious diving practices to protect marine life and habitats
Location and Contact
Diving Sports Canada
4578 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 3R5
Phone: (604) 694-1886
Email: customerservice@divingsports.com