House of Scuba is awesome! My wife and I came here for our Open Water Diver certs, and got our…read morerental gear from TJ. He was super-knowledgeable and friendly, and recommended some masks for purchase that worked perfectly. Shout-outs to Brandy and Vicky as well for all the assistance on air fills and rental gear return. Our instructors Ken and Michael were awesome, great mix of light-hearted banter and excellent serious instruction. Went from being somewhat anxious at the start of the pool days to feeling fairly confident by the end of the ocean dives. Learned a ton and really appreciated all the advice and expertise. If you're looking to get into scuba diving, this is the place to do it!

2 years ago they gladly took my late 1970s aluminum alloy tank and charged me nearly $90 to hydro…read moretest, give me a new valve, and fill it. I've come to find out that for nearly 20 years these type of tanks have been unserviceable. They essentially just stole that money and proved multiple people in that store do not care about your safety.

Huge shoutout to Brian, the owner of Zach's Scuba Shack for an epic two-day dive tour at La Jolla…read moreCove! He was incredibly attentive, kind, and knowledgeable, even teaching me how to swim properly in surge conditions. We saw amazing marine life, including nudibranchs, lobsters, nurse sharks, and angel sharks. Coming from Monterey, the absolute highlight for me was seeing the massive, chill giant black sea bass, Wreckfish! They are 7 feet and 600 lb so big!!! Brian went above and beyond by taking me back out a second time when my initial photos didn't turn out well, I was a bit scared and too far. Thanks to his kindness, I got some great shots and swam close to them Truly an incredible experience --highly recommend diving with Brian! He is amazing!!!!

I felt extremely confident with Zach. I'm a pretty rookie diver and he taught me everything I…read moreneeded to execute my first shore dive right off the bat. Thorough, sharp, and found us all the best animals. I would recommend coming into this dive with a little more experience than me (I'd only done 2 dives before this) if you want to fully take in all the animals. I struggled with trim and buoyancy bit in the surge and I'd love to do it all over again knowing what I know now. Either way, incredible experience and Zach is absolutely the man to do it with. Also, ask him about reggae.

I had a great experience with both the AOW educational programming and instruction. The team was…read moreflexible, well organized, and created a genuinely positive, judgment-free learning environment where questions were always welcomed. Roy in particular was collegial, helpful, and an excellent educator--knowledgeable, approachable, and clearly invested in making sure people understood the material. Highly recommend.

I would highly recommend Ocean Enterprises if you are looking to get PADI scuba certified. I did my…read moreOpen Water certification in July of 2026 with Kym and Mike V as instructors and Ben as the dive master. Everyone was welcoming, knowledgeable, patient and encouraging for someone who was brand new to diving. They took the time to make sure everyone in the class learned not only how to do all the skills but why and when we would need to use them. This made me much more confident and comfortable in the water. Shortly thereafter, I did my Advanced open water class with instructor Ray and DM Daniel. I also recently finished a Deep speciality class with Mike V. Going from a brand-new diver to completing my Advanced and Deep certifications has been such an incredible experience, and I'm really grateful to have learned from instructors who take safety seriously while still making every dive fun and exciting. If you're thinking about getting certified or continuing your diving education, I highly recommend this place. I'll definitely be back for more classes!!

I recently took a trip with DiveGuy Charters to Point Loma. The kelp beds were stunning, and we…read morealso got to explore a dive site called Seven Fantoms. I attached some photos of our trip, so check them out. I would definitely recommend doing trips with this charter. Captain Guy has so much experience, not only as a diver and instructor, but also knows so many dive sites in the area that will suit any level of diving. Book a trip today!!

From the owner: Personalized dive boat. Divers choice where to dive locally.read more

An empty suite, where joy and excitement once buzzed. I loved this place. Cheers to the wonderful…read moreemployees and friends I made here. Farewell.

Our experience with Beyondland Adventures was unfortunately a mixed bag that left us unable to…read morecomplete our dives that weekend. The pool day was a great start. Daphna was attentive, supportive, and helped us have a successful day of pool dives -- we felt like we were in good hands. The one hiccup was that the wetsuit provided to my fiancé for the pool session had gaping holes in the knees. By the end of the weekend, my partner wasn't sure whether more pool time would be needed before moving on to the ocean dives. To feel comfortable about the upcoming dive she checked in advance to confirm that the ocean dive suit would be a different one -- not the damaged pool suit. We were assured it would be. Come Friday evening, we arrived at the shop to pick up gear ahead of Saturday's ocean dives, only to find that the wetsuit set aside for us was the same pool suit with holes. When we raised the issue and asked about viable fixes, things quickly went sideways. Skyler seemed overwhelmed and unable to work through a solution with us. Mid-conversation -- while we were still actively discussing options -- Skyler walked away, leaving us standing there confused and disheartened. Emotions ran high, so we stepped away to collect ourselves. I went back in trying to find a moment of Skylar's time to help bring acknowledgement to the feelings that arose. It seemed at first we would get to have that but I then at a moment things changed and we didn't get to solve it then and things got busy. I waited patiently hoping for a moment to come but it never did. At the end of the day after waiting hours I could share the issue in more detail and how it escalated, but left feeling unheard about the issue when explanation of issue was responded with retorts of how I might handle things. I did my best to make it a constructive conversation still aiming for a solution - but the experience was disheartening and the point was reached that nothing was going to work. Unfortunately we didn't complete the weekend dives with the gear and the experience on Friday detracted from the whole thing. I do want to give credit to Daphna, who stepped in afterward to help us arrange things so we could still get certified on our upcoming trip. She reached out and was responsive to concerns and ultimately wanted us to enjoy the activity of Scuba diving wherever that would be.

* catching up on old backlogged drafts so this review may be a bit out of date…read more Booked a dive with Waterhorse Charters after getting recommendations from local SD friends! My dive buddy and I traveled in from the Bay Area and this was our first dive on our own after getting certified in Monterey a few months prior. We still felt very new to the whole process so wanted to go with a reputable company that would help us out with all the planning and gear as we don't have much of our own. We paid extra for a guide to go down with us as well - he was so nice and patient, didn't make us feel bad about still getting the hang of the basics and really let us go at our own pace while being there to guide us along! We did Point Loma kelp beds and a baby wreck dive at Ingraham Street Bridge - both very cool dives and I even conquered my fear of a wreck dive (if that even really counts as one..... just something about man made things deep in the water freaks me out!!) The whole crew was super kind and friendly. They even had warm soup for us on the boat after the dive which was everything I never knew I needed!!!! Seems like they have a wonderful dive community out in San Diego!

Highly recommend booking with Waterhorse! One, Gabby was so helpful at checkin. Two, checkin was…read moresuper easy and unloading all my gear was really easy too. Three, the captains were super communicative and walked us through every part of the trip. The location (Coronado Islands) was beautiful and it was so cool to see sea lions & seals in the water. I also really appreciated the snacks, hot soup, and even a hot shower to rinse off at the end of the day. It was also great to rinse all my gear off at their shop before heading home -- it saved me so much time. I will absolutely book thru Waterhorse again!

Even though we made a last minute reservation, we received top-notch service. Unlike some…read morecompanies, they have a flat rate for the snorkeling experience which includes the wetsuit and snorkeling gear. So there are no surprise fees. They keep the gear very clean, their masks are so clear in the water. Bonus: they carry hair ties should you need one! This is not my first time snorkeling but I'm the type to get anxious in the water. So I always have some safety net like a noodle or a kick board. This was my first time snorkeling without any safety net. Our guide (Rich) was very helpful and patient. He helped me get acclimated and helped me with my gear as well. He turned around and checked on us every few minutes. He gave clear directions and asked us if we are comfortable prior to entering a cave/moving forward. I felt very safe and comfortable. Best snorkeling guide! Highly recommend!

This snorkel adventure was awesome! When I called they gave me all the information I could possibly…read moreneed, secured directions, & were very friendly. The day of the tour, everything was explained to our group from equipment to how the tour would run. I enjoyed meeting the new people and had a blast during our tour. Rich was our tour guide who was super knowledgeable and fun. I can't wait to take another tour with this company. Definitely a 10/10!! Oh!! They even took pictures and emailed them to us!! So no need to bring your phone or camera.

If you are looking for a boat cruise in San Diego, you want this one!! I booked the party boat with…read moreseveral girlfriends for my bachelorette. Captain Fletcher made the booking process a breeze, answering questions and providing us with all the info we needed. On the day of, we had Captain Tyler and Alex. They were the best!! This was the absolute highlight of the weekend. The boat was awesome - very spacious with a bathroom, they set up a floating dock and had a paddle board. Captain Tyler and Alex were attentive throughout making sure we had drinks, captured photos, gave us jackets when it got cold. It was also absolutely stunning views, I recommend booking later in the day so you can catch the sunset! We didn't want it to end. Thank you!

Odyssea Adventures is absolutely the top choice for diving in San Diego! My friends and I just had…read morean incredible day out with them, and we're all very happy--grinning from ear to ear the whole trip and still buzzing about it days later. The team delivered outstanding professionalism and a true customer-oriented approach, with excellent communication from booking through to the dives: quick responses, clear instructions, and flexibility that made everything stress-free. Safety stands out as their core strength--detailed yet approachable briefings, vigilant guides, and smooth operations that put everyone at ease, even on challenging wreck dives to the Yukon and Ruby E. A huge shoutout to instructor Alex, who is truly awesome and special with her exceptional understanding and guidance--he made complex skills feel intuitive and kept the energy high while ensuring we all progressed confidently. Their beautiful 40-foot yacht ODYSSEA is a standout: speedy, luxurious, and expertly set up for diving, turning surface intervals into pure relaxation with plenty of space and comforts. We dove through thriving kelp forests alive with marine life, encountered playful sea lions, horn sharks, and countless other wonders, all in intimate small groups that allowed for tailored guidance and maximum enjoyment. For anyone seeking safe, exhilarating, and memorable dives with a crew passionate about the ocean and guest satisfaction, Odyssea Adventures is unbeatable--my friends and I can't wait to go back!

Julie from Z Gear totally rocks! I received the wrong item ordered online and she processed the…read moreRMA immediately and sent out the correct item which saved my diving trip. Great job, Julie and great product Z Gear !!

From the owner: Z Gear is operated by United States Veterans who actively instruct and guide people into the sport…read moreof SCUBA Diving. Equipment manufacturing started after the lack of scuba products began to shy people away from the sport. "It is our goal to make things that help improve peoples lives. Everyone should be able to experience the beauty inside the water" Vice President-Brandon Athey commented in an interview early this year.

Ann was great and thorough with my son thanks! Very informative and great explanationsread more

It was such an amazing experience here in San Diego to do snorkeling with my husband and my cousin…read moregreat price and great customer service with our guide Hailey she is an amazing person and showed us around the ocean and guide us to the right directions! Again amazing experience! Thank you Hailey! We will definitely come back