It’s no secret that scuba diving equipment doesn’t come cheap – after all, equipment designed to keep you safe when you’re meters under the water needs to be of the highest quality. So, if you’re looking to treat the diver in your life this Christmas, high quality equipment is bound to be very gratefully received. Not sure where to start? We’ve rounded up a few of our top high end gifts for divers, organised by budget. These are our top gift ideas for scuba divers for Christmas 2022, including some unmissable Black Friday deals:
Diving Gifts under £700
Scubapro Dive Regulator Set MK25 S600
Black Friday Price £674.10, RRP £963
Gift the ultimate reg set with this Black Friday offer – 30% off this whopping all-encompassing reg set, which includes highly rated, top end Scubapro first and second stages, R195 octopus, pressure gauge and a free reg bag! This regulator set is one of the most perfect gifts for divers looking for future-proof regs or for deep technical divers. This is a seriously good deal on high quality, reliable regs from the leading manufacturer.
Sealife Micro 3.0 Underwater Camera
Black Friday Price £561.60, RRP £624
The ultimate gift for the keen underwater photographer, the Sealife Micro 3.0 is a permanently sealed underwater camera meaning that it cannot leak! This allows you to fully immerse yourself in underwater photography without worrying about flooding your camera. Another huge benefit of this Sealife camera is that It's incredibly easy to maintain, as you only need to charge the battery and rinse it in fresh water after use.
Beuchat Iceberg Drysuit
Black Friday Price £666 , RRP £1066
A drysuit is one of the most practical gift ideas for scuba divers that enjoy cold water diving . The Beuchat Iceberg Drysuit is an outstanding offer. Not only does it come with boots and a hood, but also includes a transport bag which doubles up as a ground sheet. This high-end drysuit and all the extras comes at an astonishingly low £666! One of our most cost-effective gifts for divers this year, this is certainly a deal not to be missed.
Diving Gifts under £500
Suunto D6i Dive Computer
Black Friday Price £497.50, RRP £995Don’t miss our incredible Black Friday half price offer on the Suunto D6i Dive Computer! Not only does the Suunto D6i look great, but this robust dive computer also comes with a 3D digital compass and wireless air integration. With 5 modes and gas switching between up to three gases, this dive computer is one of the most practical gifts for divers, both novice and experienced.
Sealife Underwater Housing For Smartphones
RRP £302One of the most thoughtful gift ideas for scuba divers who enjoy underwater photography, the Sealife Underwater Housing is the cutting edge of scuba diving equipment. This easy to use product has 3 simple modes (dive, snorkel and land), and makes taking photos and videos underwater remarkably accessible to all. A vacuum pressure alarm checks the waterproof seal before you dive, eliminating the risk of flooding your phone. A fantastic gift for novice photographers.
Shearwater Peregrine Dive Computer
RRP £449
With its full colour LCD display, simplified operation and four diving modes, the Shearwater Peregrine makes the perfect affordable choice for any diver, beginner or expert. This computer is easy to use, with attractive features like Bluetooth support and wireless charging, ensuring connectivity wherever you are. This is exceptional value and performance at its best.
Diving Gifts under £200
Fourth Element Tidal Robe
Black Friday Price £144.50, RRP £170Looking for sustainable gifts under £200? Made from approximately 50 recycled plastic bottles, Fourth Element’s Tidal Robes are a fantastic deal for you and the environment. These lightweight, fleece-lined robes make great gifts for divers and non-divers as they are the perfect waterproof robe designed to keep you cosy and dry after time in the water, whilst helping to protect against the winter elements. Grab them with 15% off in our Black Friday sale!
Aqualung 5mm Wetsuit
Black Friday Price £184.10, RRP £263
This is a value-for-money ‘all rounder’ wetsuit, as the 5mm thickness means it can be used all year round and for travel to warmer countries. The “AquaFlex” neoprene has three times the stretch compared to standard neoprene which makes this suit easy to put on and take off. The seams are sealed with liquid rubber which makes them durable against unravelling, stopping water and heat from leaking through, as well as providing extra warmth. This is among our most versatile Christmas gifts for divers as well as non-divers.
Orca Dive Torch D530
Our Price £104.95, RRP £108.95
A must-have primary light for divers offering up to 4 hours 20 mins runtime, this Ocra Torch offers 1300 lumens output and 8 degree super focus beam. This ensures a concentrated long beam shot. It’s easy to operate, with a titanium alloy side switch which offers 2 lighting modes. It even has an LED indicator light on the switch button which lets you know the battery’s remaining charge.
Beuchat Voyager XL Roller Bag - 137L
Our Price £184.99, RRP £245
Last but certainly not least on our list of the best scuba diving gifts for him or her is this practical bag.This two-compartment roller bag with an adjustable telescopic handle is a quality roller bag, ideal for travelling and effective in keeping gear dry; the polyurethane coating makes it durable and waterproof. The semi-rigid thermoformed EVA back shell is extremely lightweight, with extra protection for the contents of the roller bag during transport, handling and rolling. The perfect affordable gift for the travelling diver!
For more inspiration on finding the best high end gifts for divers this year, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Aquanauts team. Can’t decide on a gift? Why not let them choose something they love for themselves with an Aquanauts gift card? For presents at a lower price point, make sure to check out our best Christmas gifts for divers under £100.