Santa Barbara offers some of the best diving locations in the central and southern coast. Here you will find details, directions, and general information about the great local diving sites.
The Diving Foundation of Santa Barbara is a non-profit all-volunteer corporation promoting diving safety, education, and understanding of our ocean resources. It offers several programs including Dive Rescue Courses, Dive Scholarships, and other programs. For further information call Ed Stetson: 805-687-4771
Santa Barbara ChannelKeeper has programs dedicated to protecting and restoring the ecological health of the Santa Barbara Channel, its watersheds and habitat.
DAN (Divers Alert Network)
Emergencies call:
800.446.2671
or
919.684.8111
or
919.684.4326 (collect Includes hyperbaric medical insurance, travel tips, answers to medical questions.