Boat Diving From Ballycastle Marina

SEEK ADVENTURE, DISCOVER AND EXPLORE THE HIDDEN DEPTHS OF NORTHERN IRELAND with 2 X Boat dives from Ballycastle

Scuba diving Trips

Explore the incredible underwater world of Northern Ireland’s North Coast with Dive Charter NI. Operating from Ballycastle, we offer boat diving trips to some of the most exciting wrecks and reef sites around Rathlin Island and the Antrim Coast.
With dramatic scenery above and below the water, rich marine life, and fascinating maritime history, this is adventure diving at its best.
What We Offer
Dive Charter NI offer 2 boat dives in 1 day to a wide range of dive sites, including:
Historic shipwrecks around Rathlin Island
Scenic reef and wall dives along the North Coast
Drift dives when conditions allow
Sheltered sites chosen to suit weather and sea state
Every trip is carefully planned around tides and conditions to give you the best and safest possible diving experience.

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Join Us for some fun dives

Explore the thrill of scuba diving along the captivating coastlines and underwater landscapes of Northern Ireland! Dive Charter NI is your top destination for PADI diving courses and Speciality courses that blend adventure with expert guidance in a friendly, welcoming community. Whether you’re a beginner looking to take your first breath underwater or an advanced diver seeking new depths, we offer a range of PADI-Certified courses, each led by passionate and highly trained professionals. Our dive boat is fully equipped for diver comfort and safety, featuring:
Easy water access and diver ladder
Space for dive kit and cameras
Modern navigation and communication equipment
All required marine safety equipment onboard
Trips are suitable for individuals, buddy pairs, and dive clubs, individuals of full boat Private Charter for clubs.

Who Can Dive with Us

We welcome:
All Recreational qualified divers
Experienced and technical divers
Dive clubs and group bookings
Underwater photographers and explorers
All divers must be qualified and self-sufficient.
For safety reasons, all divers must bring:
A valid certification appropriate for the planned dive
Their own DSMB (Delayed Surface Marker Buoy)
A dive computer
If you are unsure whether a dive site is suitable for your experience level, please contact us in advance and we will be happy to advise.
Why Dive the North Coast of Northern Ireland?
Clear Atlantic waters
WWII and historic wrecks
Diverse marine life including seals, dolphins and porpoises
Less crowded than many UK dive locations
Stunning coastline scenery
Short boat journeys from Ballycastle to Rathlin Island
This is one of the most rewarding and unspoilt dive areas in the UK and Ireland.

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Why Dive the North Coast of Northern Ireland?

Clear Atlantic waters
WWII and historic wrecks
Diverse marine life including seals, dolphins and porpoises
Less crowded than many UK dive locations
Stunning coastline scenery
Short boat journeys from Ballycastle to Rathlin Island
This is one of the most rewarding and unspoilt dive areas in the UK and Ireland.
Trips & Conditions
Trips operate seasonally from Ballycastle Harbour, subject to weather and sea conditions.
Dive sites are selected on the day based on safety, visibility, and diver experience.
Both single-day trips and group bookings are available.
To check availability or discuss a dive trip, please contact:

Check availability today info@dcni.co.uk Call 07511116626