Here’s a revised and more structured version of your review: --- We booked a 5-day package with Aquaventures Dive Center, which included 4 days of diving for me, 1 snorkeling day for my wife, and a day trip in San Cristobal. While we were initially excited, our experience was mixed due to several disappointing aspects. ### The Positives: - **Amazing Instructors**: The diving instructors were professional, friendly, and truly made the diving experience enjoyable. - **Great Dive Center Staff**: The people working at the dive center were welcoming and helpful throughout our trip. ### The Negatives (Management Issues): Unfortunately, the management's decisions left us feeling disappointed, especially given the premium prices we paid: 1. **Overpriced Activities**: - After speaking with other divers and comparing rates with other dive centers, we realized we had been charged significantly more than others for every activity, even though it was the off-season. - The pricing didn’t justify the value we received. 2. **Uncomfortable Boats**: - The boats used for activities in San Cristobal were old and uncomfortable. - The boats on Santa Cruz were better, but they were managed by a different dive center. 3. **Inexperienced Tour Guide**: - For our private island tour, the guide was nice but admitted to being an apprentice who hadn’t finished his training. - We were celebrating our engagement and expected a knowledgeable guide, especially given the high cost of the tour. 4. **Poor Planning on Kicker Rock Tour**: - During the trip, we were told we could relax on the beach as long as we wanted. However, after less than an hour, we were rushed back to the boat. - To make matters worse, there was no small boat to transfer us from the main boat to the beach. We had to swim ashore while holding our bags above our heads. Other groups had small boats to assist them, highlighting the lack of proper arrangements. --- While we appreciated the professionalism of the instructors and staff, the management's lack of attention to detail and the overall value for money were disappointing. We hope they address these issues to provide a better experience for future customers.