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WETSU Scuba Foundation
- Veterans outreach - Marine Conservation, Research & Education support
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SCUBA Trips & Training in North Carolina
Your Captain and Instructor Steve Oatman
- USCG licensed Master captain
- PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer (MSDT) & SDI Scuba Instructor
- Former US Army officer, retired after 31 years of service
- 35+ years of diving experience
We dive out of Carolina Beach, NC on our customized 30' World Cat power catamaran "Hydro Therapy"!
- A portion of every trip booked goes towards providing low-cost & no-cost diving opportunities to veterans and their families.
- Join us on one of the fastest Dive boats on the US East Coast
- Specialty trips for Megalodon Tooth Hunting, Spearfishing, Frying Pan Tower, NC
- All MEG Tooth hunting and Long-range Spearfishing trips are 3 tank trips.
- All other trips are 2 tank trips with the option to add a 3rd tank for $50, weather and conditions dependent
- We carry a maximum of 6 divers for all trips.
- We require a minimum of 5 divers to run the trip.
- If the minimum required divers per trip is not met 48 hours prior to the scheduled charter, the charter will be canceled.
- You decide what you want to do & where you want to go, and we will do our best to make it happen.
- All trip costs are charitable donations and fully tax deductible.
LEARN to DIVE!
- Scuba Instruction in Wilmington and Carolina Beach, NC; alternate locations are available
- Start your journey immediately
- SDI or PADI instruction available
- Instruction and certification available from Open Water to Divemaster
- Multiple Specialty certifications available (Megalodon Tooth Diver, Deep, EANx, Wreck, Lionfish Eradication Diver, etc..........)
- Small Group and Private courses available with flexible training times.
- Online eLearning at your own pace, followed by Open Water certification in as little as 3 face to face days.
EXPLORE a wonderful new environment!
- Known as the" Graveyard of the Atlantic", the North Carolina coast boasts historic scuba diving for all levels of experience and interest from wrecks, to Meg tooth hunting and Spearfishing.
- Looking for more adventure; complete Advanced Open Water certification and head offshore to search for prehistoric Megalodon "MEG" shark teeth
- Hit "See More" to check out videos from NC and FL!
BOOK NOW, call (334) 380-1770
Our Boat: 2018 World Cat 295DC "Hydro Therapy"
"Hydro Therapy" highlights:
- Comfortable and fast catamaran hull ride with twin 300 HP outboards and a cruise speed of (26-30 Knots / 30-35 MPH)
- Strataglass removable full helm and cockpit enclosure
- EPIRB, Garmin InReach, 3 x VHF radios, Radar, XM Satellite Weather feed
- DAN O2 dual bottle emergency oxygen kit on board
- DAN USCG First Aid Kit on board
- Large center swim platform and Heavy Duty extended dive ladder for easy entry and exits
- Fresh water rinse on swim platform
- Ocean Tamer bean bags for ultimate ride comfort
- Removable and adjustable Bow and Stern Sun Shield Canopies
- Outlets for charging accessories
- XM Radio and Bluetooth music
- Full size stand up enclosed head and freshwater sink
- Tank rack storage configurable for 18 to 24 tanks
- Speargun rack's for storing up to 10 full size spearguns safely and protected
- Long tag lines and john line to the anchor line.
- Complimentary water, gatorade, and snacks.
- Guest cooler for personal drinks and lunch
Trip Policies
- Reservations:
- We DO NOT pre-designate trip destinations, the FIRST Diver or Group to request an open date sets the trip type/destination.
- We carry a Maximum of 6 divers on all trips and require a minimum of 5 divers to run a trip.
- Trips that do not meet the 5 diver minimum, 48 hours prior to the scheduled trip date will be canceled.
- Trips can be initiated and booked as FULL boat, Partial Boat, or Single diver bookings. The trip will not be confirmed however until the 5 diver minimum required to operate is met.
- Booking requests can be made via text, email or by phone. Bookings are finalized over the phone.
- All booking reservations require a valid credit card (Mastercard or Visa) to confirm within 48 hours of initial booking, cards will not be charged or pre-authorized for reservations.
- We have Nitrox steel (HP100 & HP120) rental tanks for $25 each.
- We also have the capability to refill our multi-day customers tanks with Air or EANx.
Call or Text (334) 380-1770 or email wetsuscuba@gmail.com to request a booking date.
- Cancellation Policy:
Trips cancelled 7 days prior incur no penalty. Reserved spots cancelled inside 7 days we will reopen the booked spot to be filled. If the spot isn't filled and the boat runs, you will be charged for the price of the trip! If you cannot make a trip you have booked, please let us know as soon as possible. Weather in North Carolina can be unpredictable at times, ultimately it is the captain’s call on if we run and what dive site we go to. If a dive site is changed due to conditions the trip cost will be adjusted as necessary. The captain and crew reserve the right to refuse a diver from entering the water because of unsafe diving practices.
*passengers who fail to dive due to seasickness, gear failure, or any other reason are responsible for the price of the trip*
- Certifications & Equipment:
- All divers are responsible for bringing the necessary equipment and gear for a given dive trip. All divers are also required to have the proper certification for the dive they schedule.
- All divers must dive with a personal dive computer. We have Shearwater Peregrine computers for rent.
- The captain and crew WILL review certification cards at the dock prior to departure. Please have your card with you.
- Spearfishing trips require each diver to have an SMB or DSMB.
- MEG Tooth trips require each diver to have an SMB or DSMB and a Wreck reel.
- Group Rate Policy
Contact us for the Group Rate / Whole boat booking policy.
Boat Rules
- Please be on time for your scheduled dive trip. You need to be at the dock at the specified SHOW time.
- Extra Storage Space is limited, especially on 3 tank dives, so please bring only the essentials.
- NO big gear bags of spare parts, large HARD cases, crates or tubs. Please only bring what you will use on your dives.
- We have cooler's with complimentary water and room for your cold requirements, Do not bring additional personal coolers.
- Absolutely no drugs or Alcohol allowed on board!
- We spend alot of time to find and bring you to some of the best spearfishing and Meg tooth hunting areas off the NC coast. Please respect these areas and do not record dive coordinates.
- For spearfishing trips we hold a blanket Coastal Recreational Fishing License (CRFL) so you do not need any additional licenses. All divers are responsible for knowing, understanding and following all state and federal limits and regulations, and are responsible for adhering to all regulations regarding the taking of fish and lobster.
** For Meg Ledge trips, you must have a personal dive computer, wreck reel, and SMB. A minimum certification level of Advanced Open Water OR a Deep Diver Specialty certification AND Nitrox certification is required. A Pony bottle is not required but is highly encouraged.
*** FUEL SURCHARGE- Currently for 2025 we have suspended the fuel surcharge.
Dive Sites & Trip Prices
Prices are per diver and does not include tanks or scuba gear.
MEG tooth hunting & Spearfishing trips are 3 tank trips standard. All other trips are 2-tanks, a 3rd tank can be added for $50.
Meg Tooth Ledges**
$350 (3-tank charter)
Dive the Inshore (26-28 mile 92-97 feet deep ledges) or Offshore (34-36 mile 98-112 feet deep ledges)
- Does NOT include tanks
- Rental tanks are available
- DPV's rentals are available for Meg tooth charters, rental rate is $50 per day
- Personal DPV's are allowed, coordinate with Captain
**additional dive experience/qualifications and equipment required. Divers must at a minimum be AOW or Deep Diver Specialty certified and carry a Wreck reel, and an SMB or DSMB. NITROX certification is highly recommended!
AOW Certification & MEG Ledge 2-day Trip
$1350
We now offer the only opportunity in North Carolina for you complete your AOW & also dive for Meg Teeth immediately during the same trip.
- Complete your AOW certification over 2 dive days, culminating the certification on the 1st dive of Day 2 with the Deep Dive, followed by 2 MEG Tooth dives with your Instructor.
- Must already be Nitrox certified. Nitrox CAN be added to the AOW certification for an additional cost
Spearfishing Trip**
$350 (3-tank charter)
- 25-45 miles offshore
- Does NOT include tanks
- Rental tanks are available
**additional dive experience/qualifications and equipment required. Divers must at a minimum be U/W Hunter, or AOW or Deep Diver Specialty certified, or have a minimum of 25 logged dives. We prefer to "Drift Dive" when spearfishing, all divers must also carry a Wreck reel, and an SMB or DSMB. NITROX certification is highly recommended!
Frying Pan Tower "Dive, Tower Tour & Lunch"
$550
2-Tank scuba diving trip includes:
- 2 Tanks (AL80) w/ Air or upgrade to Nitrox for $25
- Hoist onto & Tour of FPT
- Catered Lunch provided while aboard the Tower
- Upgraed tanks are STL LP85s or STL HP100s
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind trip with the ONLY Dive operation that has access onto the actual Tower. Teaming with marine life, including Sharks, large schools of Barracudas & Amberjacks, Grouper, Tropicals like Queen Angelfish, and many other types of marine life.
Frying Pan Tower (Dive only)
$300
2-tank trip (Air tanks included) on the Iconic Frying Pan Tower.
Experience the benefits of a Wreck like structure combined with the proximity to the gulf stream and enjoy the vast amount of marine life that call Frying Pan Tower home. Plus, the added opportunity to see ocean going pelagic species not normally found in shallow water.
At a depth of 45-50 feet the FPT is suitabe for all dive certifications.
Upgrade included AL80 Air tanks to STL LP85 or HP100 tanks with Nitrox for an additio
Dive Sites & Trip costs (continued)
NC Wrecks 18-25 miles
$150 - $175
- Hyde / Markham $150
- Schoolhouse $150
- John D. Gill $175
TEC/Deco diving charter
Contact directly for price
- O/C TEC & CCR trips
- Requires booking entire boat
- Extended profiles & DECO diving permitted with approval from the Captain
- No O/C REC scuba divers mixed into group
We now offer Tec/Deco profile & AOW Cert/Meg Tooth combo options. Contact us directly for additional details.
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Initial Certification, Continuing Education, and Specialty C
SCUBA CLASSES
AOW Certification & MEG Ledge Combo (2-days)
$1350
Earn your AOW certification & finish the 2-day , 5-tank combo trip as a newly certified advanced open water diver with 2 dives on the ledge hunting for your very own Meg teeth.
* additional prerequisites required
- DETAILS
- 5 dives total (Nitrox tanks included)
- Complete the PADI AOW certification over 2 days of diving.
* diver/student must have 15+ logged dives w/ 2 dives in last 12 months. EANx required, can be added for $150 if needed
* personal dive computer & SMB required, rentals available
Discover Scuba Diving
$100
Try scuba in a controlled pool environment. This is a familiarization class, not a certification course conducted within the confines of a warm and calm pool.
If you have a Mask, Fins, and Snorkel bring them, if not they will be provided for the course.
Try scuba and if you enroll in an Open Water Scuba Diver course within 6 months receive 10% off base course cost.
Open Water Scuba Diver (OWSD)
$625
Students provide Mask, Fins, and Snorkel. Course costs cover all student learning materials and basic scuba gear for the course (BCD, Regulator set, Computer, and Tanks). OWSD certification dives are conducted in a local Quarry or with prior coordination in the quarry for initial dives (2-3) followed by open ocean dives (1-2) weather dependent. Bundle NITROX course for additional savings.
Quarry entrance ($25 day) and/or trip costs ($100-$175) are in addition to the basic course cost.
Specialty Courses
$100 - $250
- Meg Tooth Diver $225
- NITROX (EANx) $200
- Peak Performance Buoyancy $250
- Deep Diver $225
- Wreck Diver $225
- Underwater Navigator $225
- Drift Diver $225
- Night Diver $225
- Diver Propulsion Vehicle $225
- Project AWARE $100
- AWARE Shark conservation $100
- AWARE Dive Against Debris pr Coral reef conservation $150
- Emergency First Responder $200
- O2 provider $225
* Specialty course cost for specialties with required dives does not include associated trip costs or quarry entry fees depending on training site options
Initial Certification, Continuing Education, and Specialty Courses!
CONTINUING EDUCATION SCUBA AND EMERGENCY FIRST RESPONDER CLASSES
ReActivate Scuba Refresher Program
$125 plus dive trip cost
Want a quick scuba refresher? ReActivate™ is the perfect way to update your dive skills and knowledge before jumping back into the water. Whether you want a few reminders or need to go over the basics, ReActivate is personalized for you: review scuba concepts on your tablet, mobile device or computer, then go diving with a PADI Professional. It’s quick and easy, and divers who complete both the knowledge and in water skill refresher receive a replacement C-card with a ReActivated date on it.
Advanced Open Water Diver
$525 plus rental gear & dive trip costs (additional approx $600)
You don’t have to be “advanced” to take it – it’s designed to advance your diving, so you can start right after earning your PADI OWSD certification. The course helps build confidence and expand your scuba skills through 5 different Adventure Dives. You try out different specialties while gaining experience under the supervision of your PADI Instructor.
Each Adventure Dive may credit toward the first dive of the corresponding PADI Specialty Diver Course.
Rescue Diver
$500
Divers describe the Rescue Diver course as the most challenging, yet most rewarding course they’ve ever taken. Why? Because you learn to prevent and manage problems in the water, and become more confident in your skills as a diver, knowing that you can help others if needed. You also learn to become a better buddy by practicing problem solving skills until they become second nature. Plus, the course is just fun – serious, but still allows for lots of laughter in between the focused learning.
EFR Primary & Secondary First Aid, CPR & AED training
$200
Full certification training offered for Primary and Secondary Care First Aid, CPR and AED certification, and Care for Children certification (add $25 to course cost). EFR training is based on internationally recognized medical guidelines for emergency patient care. Flexible instructional approach with independent study followed by in person skill development. Results in shorter classroom time requirements.
Course is open to ALL individuals and there are no minimum age requirements.
Services & Rentals
DPV Rentals, Tank Fills, Gear Rentals and Tank Inspection / VIPs
DPV Rentals
$50 per day
We have limited quantities of Subnado and LeFeet DPVs available to rent for MEG Tooth hunting charters. DPVs are the optimal machine for tooth hunting. Small size and weighing only 6 lbs with 3 user selectable speeds, one handed operation with long battery life. Each DPV rental is for one 3 tank trip and comes with a primary and a spare battery.
Tank Fills (Air and EANx)
$10 - $25 per fill
Air and EANx Fills for our guests.
We do not offer retail tank fills for non-trip guests.
We bank 3500cf of 34% Nitrox and can fill alternate, custom mixes as well depending upon the planned dive profiles.
- EANx:
- <100cf $15
- 100cf to 120cf $20
- >120cf $25
- Air:
- <100cf $10
- >100cf $12
VIP - Visual Cylinder Inspection services
$25
Annual scuba cylinder VIP includes air fill; Scuba cylinders have to be visually inspected yearly.
We also offer tank valve hydro sonic cleaning and rebuilding for $15 plus parts.
WETSU Scuba SWAG!
To order online email us at wetsuscuba@gmail.com or pick up in person on your next Charter and get $5 off in shipping savings. Payment accepted by Zelle, Venmo or over the phone.
WETSU L/S SPF 50 sun shirt "STUFF"
$50 inc free shipping
The original tank & crossed spearguns logo. Available in 3 colors (Riveria Blue, Aluminum, & Aqua Blue) from size Small to 2XL. Shirts are not hooded. Hooded shirts can be special ordered by request.
WETSU L/S SPF 50 sun shirt "Snapper & Tooth"
$50 inc free shipping
The NEW WETSU Logo. Available in 3 colors (Riveria Blue, Aluminum, & Aqua Blue) from size Small to 2XL. Shirts are not hooded. Hooded shirts can be special ordered by request.
LIMITED EDITION S/S "MEG Ledge" T-shirt
$30 inc free shipping
This is a Limited Edition shirt commemorating diving the renowned "Meg Ledge". The artwork was conceived and created by a local Carolina Beach diver that graciously offered us the opportunity to turn it into a shirt design. To many hidden details to mention are incorporated into this one-of-a-kind design.
Available in 3 colors (Blue, Gray, & Mint green) from size Small to 2XL.
WETSU "Patched" Ballcap
$30 inc shipping
Low profile snapback ballcaps with sewn on custom embroidered WETSU Scuba patch.
Available in Red/White, Blue/Grey, Black/Grey, Tan.
WETSU Scuba Patch
$8 inc shipping
Custom embroidered WETSU Scuba patch. Ready to be sewn onto your favorite backpack, jacket, or gear bag.
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