Shark Educational Dive Experience
Designed for adventurers aged 10 and over, the Skegness Aquarium Shark Dive invites you to enter an incredible underwater world and come face-to-face with sharks, rays and tropical fish.
Shark Educational Dive Experience
Learn from our experienced team
With an experienced instructor beside you throughout, you’ll come face-to-face with an incredible variety of marine life, from graceful rays and colourful tropical fish to several fascinating species of shark. Your adventure begins with an expert safety briefing and introduction to the equipment before it’s time to take the plunge.
Designed for complete beginners, the experience uses advanced full-face diving masks for greater comfort underwater. The equipment allows you to breathe naturally through your mouth or nose, helping you relax and fully immerse yourself in the unforgettable underwater world around you.
Before or after your dive, you can explore Skegness Aquarium and discover its fascinating marine species, immersive displays and interactive features—including the underwater tunnel where sharks and rays glide overhead.
What’s included
- Introductory e-learning session to complete at home
- Dive equipment including Ocean Reef Full Face Mask
- Wetsuit and wet shoes
- Orientation session
- 40 minutes in the water with expert instructors
- Entry to Skegness Aquarium
Shark Educational Dive Experience
About the shark dive
Allow approximately 2 hours for the shark dive plus time to explore Skegness Aquarium and Jurassic Falls.
Safety information
You must be medically fit to participate in our educational experiences. For more information on this then please email the dive team using the details provided in the contact us section.
Your experience:
Change into swimwear, wetsuit and boots in changing rooms
Briefing on the dive gantry
Donning of standard scuba equipment plus an orientation session of the Ocean Reef Full Face Mask
Coral ocean display main tank dive for 40 minutes with expert instructors:
• 10 minutes on the 2m platform building confidence
• 30 minutes exploring the coral ocean display at 4m
Change out of kit and use of changing rooms
Follow-up email approximately 24 hours after the dive which gives a post-dive brief
“Had a fantastic dive there on Saturday. Easy to understand and get used to breathing under water. Liam was a great instructor and made everything so simple. Highly recommend getting in the water. Absolutely brilliant loved every minute”
Group bookings
For larger group bookings, or bespoke shark dive party packages, get in touch with our team.
FAQs
Can I take part as a qualified PADI, SSI or BSAC diver?
Yes. Qualified divers from recognised training agencies, including PADI, SSI and BSAC, are welcome to take part. Please bring proof of your diving qualification with you. All participants must follow our aquarium diving procedures and the guidance of our instructors.
Do I need any previous diving experience?
No previous experience is required. The Shark Educational Dive has been designed for complete beginners, with an expert briefing, equipment orientation and in-water training provided before entering the main tank.
How old do I need to be, and how many people are in each session?
Participants must be aged 10 or over. Each session has a maximum of four divers, allowing our instructors to provide plenty of personal guidance, care and reassurance.
How long does the Shark Educational Dive last?
Please allow approximately two hours for the complete experience. This includes your briefing, equipment fitting, training and approximately 40 minutes in our four-metre-deep main tank.
Can I take part if I have a medical condition or wear glasses?
All participants must complete the required medical declaration before diving. If you cannot complete the declaration, you may need written approval from a doctor. Standard glasses cannot be worn inside our full-face diving masks, so contact lenses are recommended where suitable. Please contact our team before booking if you have any concerns.
