Sir Francis Drake Island Full-Day Scuba Diving Adventure
1 day
Full Day
About this activity
Portobelo is a small, beautiful fishing village with many historical ruins on Panama’s north coast. The history of this harbor town is obvious upon arrival; the town was founded in 1597, and the colonial Spanish forts, including the famous San Lorenzo Fort, have since been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Portobelo Bay is a notable location for more than one reason. It was the area where all the treasures from South America were transferred to Spanish galleons and taken back to Spain. This activity became very attractive to pirates and buccaneers, who would attack the boats and steal the treasures.
The bay is also the final resting place of Sir Francis Drake, who met his death in 1596. He was placed in a lead coffin and cast out to sea off Isla Drake; divers still look for his coffin today, and you can join in on the search!
Your two-tank dive includes a professional diving instructor, who is there to answer any questions you may have.
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Portobelo Bay is a notable location for more than one reason. It was the area where all the treasures from South America were transferred to Spanish galleons and taken back to Spain. This activity became very attractive to pirates and buccaneers, who would attack the boats and steal the treasures.
The bay is also the final resting place of Sir Francis Drake, who met his death in 1596. He was placed in a lead coffin and cast out to sea off Isla Drake; divers still look for his coffin today, and you can join in on the search!
Your two-tank dive includes a professional diving instructor, who is there to answer any questions you may have.
Included
- Portobelo Bay 2-tank scuba dive
- Dive instructor
- Use of diving equipment
- Lunch and soft drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Not included
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking
- NOTE: All passengers must have a diving license to participate in this tour.
- Hotel info required
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
Features
Tourism
95%
Sport
70%
Adrenaline
65%
Aquatic
50%
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