Diving Tourism Market

Diving Tourism Market Overview for 2024 to 2034

The diving tourism market is expected to be valued at USD 3,290.0 million in 2024. The pace of progress for the market from 2024 to 2034 is expected to be solid, with a CAGR of 5.5%. By the end of the forecast period, the diving tourism industry value is slated to hit USD 5,630.0 million.

Diving Tourism Market Report

• Increasing number of people getting interested in diving activities is making sure the diving tourism market floats along on its positive path.
• Growth in the number of diving experts is seeing the diving classes increase in number and the consumer base for diving tourism is thus expanding.
• Increasing disposable income is making sure consumers have enough financial might to pursue things that interest them, such as diving, and thus the consumer base for the market is growing.
• Government concentration on the development of tourist spots is increasing the number of places that offer diving facilities. Thus, the reach of the diving tourism market is increasing.
• Growth of water sports and other water-related activities is augmenting the demand in the diving tourism market.

Attributes	Details
Diving Tourism Market Value for 2024	USD 3,290.0 million
Projected Market Value for 2034	USD 5,630.0 million
Value-based CAGR of Market for 2024 to 2034	5.5%

Diving Tourism Market Trends

• Tourism companies are packaging diving activities with other tourist activities to entice consumers and thus the diving tourism market is growing with other sections of the tourist sector.
• Increasingly online population is getting convinced by social media influencers to undertake diving expeditions and visit places where diving activities are rampant.
• Both professionals and amateurs interested in marine biology are undertaking diving activities for learning purposes.
• Betterment in diving experiences such as scuba diving and deep-sea snorkeling are attracting more consumers to diving places.
• Diving service providers are tying diving activities with technology, such as sensors and data analysis, to augment the diving experience of consumers.
• Though both diving equipment manufacturers and professionals have made efforts to increase safety measures while diving, consumer fear about safety remains. The diving tourism market is also cut off from the aqua-phobic population.
• Pricey nature of diving activities, especially those that probe deep into the sea, is turning off potential consumers from the market.

Category-wise Outlook

Tourists more often than not travel domestically for diving purposes. Consumers between the ages of 26 and 35 constitute the top age group in the market.

Acceleration of Tourist Activities in Countries with Diving Hotspots Drives the Domestic Diving Tourism Market

Domestic diving tourists are expected to account for 56.0% of the market share by tourist type in 2024. Factors driving the growth of domestic diving tourism are:

• Tourist departments of countries with considerable tourist hotspots, like India and Thailand, have ramped up activities to get more consumers into diving. Thus, the number of domestic tourists for diving is increasing.
• While international travel for diving tourism is increasing, concerns with plane ticket prices, safety, and more are restricting its growth. Thus, domestic diving tourism still floats at the top.

Attributes	Details
Top Tourist Type	Domestic
Market Share (2024)	56.0%

26-35 Years is Proving to be the Sweet Spot to Take Diving Holidays

Tourists aged between 26 and 35 years are anticipated to account for 39.0% of the market share in 2024. Some of the factors that drive tourists aged 26-35 years to diving are:

• Increasing financial stability of consumers aged 26 to 35 in age is making sure cost is not a barrier when it comes to tourism activities. Thus, the age group is foremost in terms of tourists for diving.
• People aged 26 to 35 years are considered to be in the prime of their life physically and thus fitness is not a concern in their undertaking of diving activities.

Attributes	Details
Top Age Group	26-35 Years
Market Share (2024)	39.0%

Country-wise Analysis

Increase in beach-going activities and the fascination with water sports are influencing the growth of the market in North America. The affluence of the region is also benefitting the market in North America.

Initiatives to make beaches safer and cleaner in the Asia Pacific are boosting the market in the region. The Middle East diving tourism market is also developing substantially.

Countries	CAGR (2024 to 2034)
China	9.5%
India	10.3%
Japan	7.2%
Singapore	7.7%
Canada	4.7%

Development of New Diving Hotspots Concentrated on in India

The market is anticipated to register a CAGR of 10.3% in India for the forecast period. Some of the factors driving the growth of the market in the country are:

• Indian tourism authorities are concentrated on tapping into previously underexplored regions with potential for diving. Thus, the development of new tourist diving hotspots, such as Lakshadweep, is positively influencing the market in the country.
• Drive to have more emergency services available at beaches in India is making tourists less hesitant about undertaking diving activities in the country.

Presence of Clean and Calm Beaches Spurs the Market in Japan

Japan is set to see the market expand at a CAGR of 7.2% over the forecast period. Prominent factors driving the growth of the market are:

• Japan’s significant number of beaches are renowned for their seclusion and cleanliness, driving more tourists to water-based activities such as diving.
• Offering marine biology and other educational lessons as part of diving is augmenting the demand for diving tourism in the country.

Efforts to Attract International Tourists Aiding the Market in China

The market is expected to register a CAGR of 9.5% in China over the forecast period. Some of the factors driving the growth of the market in China are:

• China’s overall commitment to attracting foreign tourists is paying off in the form of the growth of the diving tourism market.
• Community programs for diving and an increase in the number of people registering for diving lessons are propelling the market in the country.

Popularity of Suba diving Experiences is Seeing the Market Bob Along Nicely in Singapore

The market is set to progress at a CAGR of 7.7% in Singapore for the forecast period. Factors influencing the growth of the market in Singapore include:

• Singapore is renowned for its scuba diving experiences and thus the diving tourism industry in the country is thriving.
• Singapore is expanding its consumer base by trying to attract more Western tourists and the diving tourism market is benefitting.

Increase in Beach Going Activities is Filling Up the Demand for Diving in Canada

The market is expected to register a CAGR of 4.7% in Canada over the period from 2024 to 2034. Some of the reasons for the growth of diving tourism in the country are:

• Canada’s population is increasingly hitting beaches, for purposes such as getting tans and water sports, and the diving tourism industry in the country is benefitting as a result.
• Freezing waters of Canada offer a unique experience to divers and thus the demand for diving in the country is thriving.

Competitive Landscape in the Diving Tourism Market

Players in the diving tourism landscape are making available discounts, offers, and other promotions to increase the consumer base. Packaging other tourist hotspots with diving experiences is also a common strategy.

With the increasing number of places offering diving facilities, market players are concentrated on geographic expansion. Collaborations with local tourism boards and diving professionals are also being practiced.

Recent Developments in the Diving Tourism Market

• In 2021, World Dive and Sail International organized the DRT (Diving, Resort, and Travel) show in Shanghai, China.
• In 2023, the site of a shipwreck in Panambur Beach, India was transformed into a scuba diving destination.
• Also In 2023, the Ordu to Hopa Blue Road Project was launched by the Eastern Black Sea Development Agency (DOKA), which identified 43 points suitable for diving tourism.

Key Companies in the Diving Tourism Market

• The Natural Travel Collection Ltd
• PADI Travel
• Dive The World
• Fly & Sea Dive Adventures
• World Dive and Sail International
• Ultimate Dive Travel
• Hidden Depths Dive Tours
• Project Expedition
• Scuba Travel
• Bluewater Travel
• Entrada Travel Group
• Island Expeditions Company Limited
• Pro Dive Cairns
• Dive Adventures
• Liveaboard Adventures
• National Geographic Expeditions
• Deep Blue Adventures
• Caradonna Adventures
• Advanced Diver Mexico
• Asia Diving Vacation

Key Coverage in the Diving Tourism Industry Report

• Scuba Diving Tourism Market Analysis
• Diving Tourism Market Value and Share Report
• water adventure tourism industry coverage
• Underwater Tourism Market Analysis
• Dive Tourism Industry Assessment
• Diving Vacation Market Coverage

Key Segments

By Diving Type:

• Drift Diving
• Deep Diving
• Wreck Diving
• Others

By Diver Type:

• New Diver
• Casual Diver
• Active Diver
• Professional Diver

By Booking Channel:

• Phone Booking
• Online Booking
• In Person Booking

By Tourist Type:

• Domestic
• International

By Tour Type:

• Independent Traveler
• Tour Group
• Package Traveller

By Consumer Orientation:

• Men
• Women

By Age Group:

• 15-25 Years
• 26-35 Years
• 36-45 Years
• 46-55 Years
• 66-75 Years

By Region:

• North America
• Latin America
• Europe
• South Asia
• East Asia
• Oceania
• Middle East and Africa (MEA)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Market Size of the Diving Tourism Industry?

The market size of the diving tourism industry is estimated to be USD 3,290.0 million in 2024.

What are the Key Companies in the Diving Tourism Market?

The Natural Travel Collection Ltd, PADI Travel, Dive The World, and Fly & Sea Dive Adventures are some of the key companies in the diving tourism market.

How Much Will the Diving Tourism Market Be Worth in 2034?

The diving tourism market is expected to reach a valuation of USD 5,630.0 million in 2034.

What is the Outlook for the Diving Tourism Industry?

The diving tourism industry is expected to progress at a sturdy CAGR of 5.5% over the period from 2024 to 2034.

What are the Segments of the Diving Tourism Market?

The diving tourism market can be segmented into the following categories: diving type, diver type, booking channel, tourist type, tour type, consumer orientation, and age group.

How Will Demand for Diving Tourism Progress in India?

The diving tourism market is predicted to progress at a CAGR of 10.3% in India over the period from 2024 to 2034.

What are the Trends in the Diving Tourism Industry?

Augmentation of diving activities with technology like sensors and diving experiences being packaged with other tourist activities are two of the trends in the diving tourism industry.

How Will Demand for Diving Tourism Progress in China?

The diving tourism market is predicted to progress at a CAGR of 9.5% in China over the period from 2024 to 2034.