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2950 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
+1 (773) 348-3999
http://www.uwsafaris.com

Underwater Safaris, established in 1983, is a premier PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Center nestled in Chicago. Boasting an 84-degree in-store pool and over 3,000 sq. feet of space dedicated to diver education, equipment sales, rentals, repairs, and travel, it stands as a beacon for diving enthusiasts.

Revered for its top-notch equipment and array of PADI certification courses, Underwater Safaris caters to divers of all levels. From basic scuba diver certification to Advanced and Specialty Diver programs, the center offers a comprehensive range of courses led by certified and insured instructors or divemasters.

Rooted in the ethos of the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), Underwater Safaris follows a progressive training approach that imparts skills, safety information, and environmental knowledge to divers in incremental stages. With a commitment to providing realistic practical application, the center ensures a fulfilling and enriching diving experience.

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4.5127 reviews
M B.
8/25/2025

Hannah was a great instructor - clear, patient and helped me to succeed. Would not have passed the certification without her. Ashton, Ali, Gabe, Jeff and Sam made my open water dive a great...

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Kathleen H.
9/18/2024

My daughter and I signed up for PADI open water certification. The folks here are amazing. Hannah was our dive instructor for the pool classes - she was patient, kind, smart, helpful and a lot...

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D T.
6/11/2023

Wow where to begin..... First of all, a wind and pleasant family business!!!!!! Marianne has sooo much knowledge it's unbelievable! She is such a pleasure to speak with! Jet son Jason is...

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Graham S.
9/21/2020

The only dive shop in Chicago I will ever use. My first interaction with UWS was back in December when I did the classroom and pool work for the PADI Open Water certification. Ashton was my...

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Vineyarddog E.
6/20/2023

An AWESOME urban oasis! Convenient and fun, UWS is a great way to refresh your diving skills, add a certification ahead of a destination trip, or just experience the thrill of being "under the...

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