Island Scuba

Hikkaduwa & South Coast, Sri Lanka

The team at Island Scuba are the kind of people you immediately trust. They’re grounded, experienced, and genuinely keen for you to have a good time, not just tick off another dive. We love that they operate with such a personal touch, it feels more like diving with friends who happen to run a PADI 5 Star centre. They’re our pick for exploring the reefs around Hikkaduwa, especially the wrecks. We’ve spent many a morning descending onto the *Conch* or the *Earl of Shaftsbury* with them, watching the resident batfish circle the superstructures. They know these sites intimately, pointing out hidden moray eels and the lionfish tucked into crevices. Conditions can vary, particularly with surge inside the wrecks, but they’re always on top of it, advising on the best entry points or if a site might be a bit sporty that day. If you’re looking for a relaxed vibe and guides who feel like family, Island Scuba is the place.