Our Team
Susantha: Founder & Dive Master 🔱
Susantha is your ultimate guide, bringing over two decades of diving mastery to every excursion. His incredible background—forged across 21 years in the Sri Lanka Navy Diving Unit, 5 years of commercial diving, and 6 years of PADI diving—totals 5000+ hours underwater. Susantha’s unmatched local knowledge and dedication to safety mean you’re guaranteed a truly enriching and world-class underwater adventure.
Lee Calleghan: Your Expert Instructor 🐠
Our PADI Master Scuba Dive Trainer and Level 03 Offshore Commercial Diver. With an impressive 5,500+ logged dives and a background as an Oceanographer, Lee is one of the most qualified instructors you’ll find. After gaining extensive global experience—from training as a commercial diver inspecting container ships in the dark depths of Gothenburg to exploring diverse marine ecosystems worldwide—Lee has settled in Sri Lanka to guide you through its most untouched diving spots. His genuine passion ensures every guest enjoys an exceptionally safe, educational, and unforgettable underwater journey.
Ekanayake: Assistant Dive Master ⚓
Ekanayake brings unparalleled expertise as our Assistant Dive Master. Like Susantha, he draws from a distinguished 21-year career in the Sri Lanka Navy Diving Unit. His advanced qualifications include Clearance Diver Levels 1, 2, & 3, NVQ Level 04 Commercial Diver certification, plus specialized training in Rigger, Life Saving Equipment Maintenance, and Fire Prevention. Ekanayake’s rigorous background ensures the highest level of safety and assistance on every dive.
Our Expert Captains 🚤
We’re proud to have three exceptional boat captains on our team: Lal, Priyantha, and Lalith. Their deep knowledge of the local waters guarantees every trip is smooth, safe, and maximizes your chances of discovering the ocean’s beauty. Beyond their skill, their friendly nature and welcoming smiles ensure a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for every guest.
Our Locations⚓
Ruhunu Diving Center is a professional, small-scale PADI-certified dive center in Tangalle, Sri Lanka (PADI Diving Center – S30403), dedicated to safety, quality, and personalized diving experiences. Our highly experienced team follows strict international safety standards and never dives in unsafe sea conditions. We offer tailored dive trips without mixing diver levels, ensuring focused training and maximum enjoyment. With well-maintained equipment and friendly, professional service, we provide PADI certifications, refresher dives, and guided reef and wreck dives. Join us at 7:00 AM and start your unforgettable diving adventure from the beautiful Silent Beach.
Our Locations⚓
Ruhunu Diving Center is located in Tangalle, Sri Lanka, on the stunning southern coast, close to some of the region’s best dive sites. Our location provides easy access to reef and wreck dives in Tangalle, Nilwella, and nearby areas, making it an ideal base for both beginners and certified divers. Surrounded by beautiful beaches and clear tropical waters during the diving season, Tangalle offers a perfect blend of adventure, nature, and relaxation.