for 10 dives (7/26-7/30) and had a terrific time. We had 41 dives under our belt - only 17 of those as ocean dives. After checking around, and getting quotes & info from a few ops, we went with Papa Hoggs. No regrets!! We asked lots up questions up front - so there were no surprises when we got there. We did the final confirmation by phone - so we got the payment info (if you pay cash or travelers checks upon check-in, you avoid the credit card upcharge) and any final questions answered then. We let them know about our concerns (we're certified AOW & Nitrox - but not many dives yet.) They match up divers by experience in the boats, so we started off nice & easy on Day 1. They always asked were we wanted to dive (we did hit every reef we had on our "want to go to" list) - although they did say no to a brand new diver that wanted to go to Punta Sur - an advanced dive. Our favorite DM - Carlos - was very good at keeping an eye on things, and making sure everyone was comfortable and okay. The boats are your basic 6-pack, small & fast - no frills -but no crowding either!!
All in all we had a terrific time with them - and plan to dive with them again in December, and hopefully next year as well.....
Make sure to post a trip report when you return!!!
