Unlock the Underwater Wonders of the Pacific Northwest
Are you a new diver in the PNW struggling to find your fins after open water certification? PNW Dive Tours bridges the gap from certification to confident, community-connected diving.
Your Journey from New Diver to PNW Explorer
Diving in the Pacific Northwest offers breathtaking beauty, but getting started can be challenging. PNW Dive Tours was founded by experienced instructors Bryan Dees and Jack Chen to guide you through gear selection, local dive sites, and connecting with a vibrant dive community.
Expert Guidance
Receive personalized advice on essential PNW dive gear and techniques.
Local Site Knowledge
Explore the best and safest dive spots with guides who know the waters intimately.
Community Connection
Join a supportive network of fellow divers for shared adventures and learning.
Our Tours & Services
Guided Shore Dives
Explore iconic Puget Sound dive sites with experienced local guides.
Boat Charter Tours
Expand your diving horizon with trips to deeper and more remote sites throughout the South Puget Sound providing a stable, comfortable platform to access the most diverse underwater environments in the PNW.
Gear & Equipment Advice
Get unbiased recommendations and insights on dry suits, regulators, and more.
Community Dive Events
Participate in regular group dives and social gatherings for all skill levels.
Cancellation policy
We understand that plans can change. Please review our policy for booking fees, rescheduling, and cancellations. We ask that you contact us at admin@pnwdivetours.com to cancel at least 2 days before the beginning of your scheduled appointment time. This allows us to offer the spot to other clients. Booking fees are non-refundable. Booking fees are transferable only if the cancellation was made by you no less than 24 hours before the scheduled appointment time and if the appointment is rescheduled within 24 hours of cancellation. Refunds through Square Up can take up to 7 days. There are absolutely no refunds on services rendered. For the safety and quality of our tours, PNW Dive Tour, LLC reserves the right to cancel any scheduled tour at any time. This may be due to factors such as severe weather conditions, unforeseen operational issues, or not meeting minimum seat requirements. In such cases, we will contact you as soon as possible to discuss rescheduling your tour.
Instructors are fully responsible for their class; logistic management, including dive professionals, and communication management with their students if PNW Dive Tour, LLC cancels the dive charter.
Allow clients to reschedule or cancel on your online booking site or with Square Assistant after an appointment is accepted. Clients cannot cancel appointments that are prepaid or charged a deposit.
Captain Bryan Dees
Bryan Dees has cultivated a profound passion for the sea since 1982, with his lifelong journey starting in his teenage years.
He began by joining the U.S. Sea Cadets, an experience that included attending Naval boot camp and dedicating his summers to serving aboard various U.S. Navy and Coast Guard ships.
This strong early foundation quickly led to formal service when he officially joined the U.S. Coast Guard at age 18.
His first assignment was an 18-month tour on a Buoy Tender stationed in Astoria, Oregon, where he gained essential experience as a Seaman, performing watch-standing, serving as a helmsman, and assisting with the critical maintenance of navigation buoys.
Dees’s Coast Guard service then took him to the extreme environment of the polar region aboard the icebreaker Polar Star.
After a period of training the deck force in underway operations, he embarked on a voyage to Antarctica, spending two demanding months operating in the “ice.”
Following his active-duty service, Dees continued his commitment to maritime safety and leadership by joining the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary in 2001. He rose to the rank of Vice Division Commander and earned several awards for his excellence in water operations, notably serving a seven-year tenure as a liaison for the SeaFair regatta patrols.
Most recently, Bryan Dees has further solidified his maritime expertise by completing his OUPV Captain’s License, a testament to his lifelong commitment to boating and safety.
Complementing his surface credentials, he is an active PADI and SSI Divemaster, currently assisting instructors in various scuba classes. This role allows him to leverage his decades of experience to teach and mentor new divers, further demonstrating his dedication to professional standards in all aspects of water operations, both above and below the surface.
Crewman Jeremy Nolan
Jeremy Nolan – Crew Member
Jeremy is thrilled to join the PNW Dive Tours Team as a crew member while he pursues his USCG OUPV license.
Jeremy was born and raised in Tacoma, WA. He is an experienced rescue scuba diver and boater who has spent a lifetime exploring the cold waters and beautiful shores of the Puget Sound and Salish Sea.
You can count on Jeremy’s passion for service to make your trip safe and enjoyable.
Meet Your Dive Leader: Jack Chen
Jack Chen is an experienced and highly certified dive professional who leads our charter excursions and co-manages PNW Dive Tours. His comprehensive expertise spans multiple major training agencies, ensuring the highest standards of safety and instruction on every trip.
Jack holds Instructor certifications through both SSI and NAUI. Additionally, he maintains an Assistant Instructor rating through PADI. This triple certification demonstrates his broad knowledge base and commitment to professional-level training.
As a co-owner of PNW Dive Tours, Jack serves as our primary ‘Dive Leader’ for all charters. He is responsible for managing the logistics of the dive day, conducting thorough dive briefings, guiding groups underwater, and supervising divers to ensure a safe and memorable experience for everyone exploring the Pacific Northwest’s unique marine environment.