Gdog
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Wanting to do some shore dives as well as boat dives. Are there any dive shops that will rent tanks/weights for this?
Shore diving Utila
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Which part of the island are you staying?
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Gdog
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Just past Bando Beach, at Paradise Regained
I would suggest you contact Altons Dive Center and Utila Dive Center (UDC), they will be your closest dive centers. Bando beach will probably be the easiest entry and exit point, it may be too rocky at Paradise Regained.
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Gdog
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Will try UDC. I messaged Altons, and while Ive read that they would rent tanks, I was informed they would not. Agreed, looks rocky, Bando looks easier, or even north of Paradise. We will be doing boat dives, but we want to shore dive as well.
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Gdog
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I didnt get anywhere, and decided to just have that conversation with some of the shops once we arrive. If you learn anything please let me know too!
I talked to Manny @ UDC & he said they only run boat dives. I talked to the manager @ the dive service incorporated with Infinity Bay Resort; he said they'd rent tanks for shore diving if you had a buddy. Later, he said if you were a certified 'Solo' diver, you could rent tanks & solo. Bonaire is looking great for scooter diving, with all kinds of options.
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Gdog
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Bonaire is great for shore diving for sure. We like it a lot. However, the food and above water options are much better on Roatan!
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