Small-group Discovery Scuba Diving for non-certified divers with OnBird
Seven to eight hours, 8:00 to 16:30, at Half-Moon Reef and U-Turn in the south, for guests without a licence. 2,150,000 VND per person, maximum 10 guests, from 10 years old.
Phu Quoc, Vietnam · 7h 30min · up to 10 guests · ₫2,150,000 Per person. The window shows a range labelled '/ Group', but the table is linear: 2,150,000 VND × the number of guests (8,600,000 for four). · VI · EN
I'm so grateful to OnBird for their arrangements. It made my four-year-old son and I feel very safe and secure during our first snorkeling experience. They even arranged for Tom, a Chinese-speaking instructor, to accompany us. He held my son's hand the entire time and checked on us. If you're going snorkeling in Phu Quoc, definitely choose a professional team!
What is this tour like?
OnBird's discovery dive is a shared trip — the page calls the trip type 'join in' — capped at ten guests and running from 8:00 to 16:30, subject to water conditions. The dive sites are in the south: Half-Moon Reef and U-Turn. Transport is a van with hotel pick-up and drop-off.
The price is per person: the variation table is linear, 2,150,000 VND for one guest, 4,300,000 for two and 8,600,000 for four. Included are hotel pick-up and drop-off, an underwater instructor, scuba diving gear, cold water and lunch. The operator states plainly that children under 10 years old are not permitted to participate. OnBird holds 5.0 on Google from 1,508 reviews as of 4 September 2026 and states Vietnamese and English as its guiding languages.
What are the highlights?
- No licence needed; an underwater instructor is included
- Maximum 10 guests on the trip
- Half-Moon Reef and U-Turn in the south
- Full day 8:00 to 16:30 with lunch and transfers
- 5.0 on Google from 1,508 reviews
How does the day go, hour by hour?
- 8:00Hotel pick-up
A van collects the group and drives south.
- MorningBriefing and gear
The underwater instructor explains the equipment and the basics.
- Main partDiving at Half-Moon Reef and U-Turn
The dives themselves, in a group of no more than ten.
- MiddayLunch
Lunch and cold water are included.
- 16:30Back at the hotel
The van drops the group off; the exact time depends on water conditions.
What's included in the price?
- Hotel pickup / drop-off
- Underwater instructor
- Scuba-diving gear
- Cold water
- Lunch
What's not included?
What should you know before you go?
Who runs this tour?
Where do we meet?
Hotel pick-up by van; the dive sites are in the south of Phu Quoc — Half-Moon Reef and U-Turn. OnBird's office is at 10.187073, 103.972482.
Exact meeting point shared after booking.
FAQ
Do I need a diving licence?
From what age can children take part?
How big is the group?
Where are the dive sites?
Is lunch included?
How long is the day?
Is equipment included?
Which languages do the guides speak?
Quick questions
What do guests say?
“I'm so grateful to OnBird for their arrangements. It made my four-year-old son and I feel very safe and secure during our first snorkeling experience. They even arranged for Tom, a Chinese-speaking instructor, to accompany us. He held my son's hand the entire time and checked on us. If you're going snorkeling in Phu Quoc, definitely choose a professional team!”
“Another beautiful scorching weather! Onwards to our main activity of the day, island hopping snorkeling trip! Booked our experience with OnBird. Found out that they are a very reputable agency that advocates sustainable, low-impact reef, marine life and scientific snorkeling experiences in Phu Quoc Island while prioritizing safety and small group sizes. Professional and responsive from start to end. We thoroughly enjoyed our little adventure. Thank you OnBird, big kudos to our guides, John, Dylan and Jason!”
“I went snorkeling with OnBird today - what a wonderful team, I had a great time. Everything is top notch, very professional. To point out details - clear communication, I was sent lists of what to pack, weather forecasts, lots of useful tips in advance. Pick up from the hotel - on time, good vehicle. English speaking guides (we were divided into groups where 1 guide took care of just 3 guests, great for beginner swimmers as they are constantly monitored and helped). BEST mask I ever snorkeled in. I was explained what sunscreen not to use to protect the coral, and part of the payment you make goes towards restoring the ecosystem. Trip ended up with a BBQ on a beach prepared by the team. PS: it was raining a bit - wasn't an issue at all, just as gorgeous.”
How can you pay?
You may also like
Fun Diving in the An Thoi Islands — two dives with Vietnam Active
A full day and two dives for certified divers in the An Thoi islands south of Phu Quoc. $90 per person with equipment, dive computer, all fees, food and hotel transfer. Groups of four maximum.
Discover Scuba Diving with Vietnam Active — two dives for beginners
A first day underwater without a licence: two dives at two different sites, no more than two guests per instructor. $100 per person with equipment, dive computer, all fees, food and hotel transfer.
Fun diving for certified divers with Phu Quoc Diving Club
Two dives from a big shared boat with an SSI centre: hotel pick-up at 7:30, harbour at 9:00, dives at 10:00 and 11:30, lunch at 12:30. $90 per person with full equipment, guide, drinks and lunch.
Guides & articles about Phu Quoc
Tips, destinations and everything water-sports.
Phu Quoc with children: from what age they take kids snorkelling and diving
Snorkelling starts at four with OnBird, at any age with Flipper Diving Club, and diving not before ten anywhere. The child fares are published too — 75 or 80 per cent of the adult price, or a flat 800,000 VND (about $31) per child on a private family boat.
Read article →
Learning to dive on Phu Quoc: what a PADI or SSI certification costs and how the days are built
An Open Water course on Phu Quoc is published at $440 by Vietnam Active with eLearning included and at 430 USD by Ecodive, which also lists Advanced Open Water at 400 USD. Here is what the price covers, what comes before it and what to ask before you book.
Read article →
A night dive on Phu Quoc: what it costs, who is allowed and what the evening looks like
Two operators put a night price on paper: $150 per person for two night dives at Kimie's Tours, 1,400,000 VND (about $54) for one at Flipper Diving Club. Both take certified divers only, and the trip runs from a five o'clock pick-up to a nine o'clock drop-off.
Read article →