Sims 3: How to Scuba Dive & Snorkel

In The Sims 3: Island Paradise, snorkeling and scuba diving introduce exciting underwater adventures, allowing Sims to explore marine life, discover treasures, and unlock hidden areas. This guide will walk you through the steps to start snorkeling, progress to scuba diving, and make the most of these aquatic activities.​

Getting Started: Snorkeling

Snorkeling is the entry point to developing the Scuba Diving skill.

How to Snorkel:

1. Locate a Suitable Water Body:
   • Find a beach or ocean area with deep enough water (typically the darker blue regions).​
2. Initiate Snorkeling:
   • Click on the water and select the “Snorkel” option.​
3. Skill Development:
   • Your Sim will begin snorkeling, gradually increasing their Scuba Diving skill.​

Alternative Method:

• Take a Scuba Diving Class:
  • Visit the Science Facility in Isla Paradiso and enroll in a Scuba Diving class to boost your skill.​

Note: Children can snorkel and gain skill points, but scuba diving is only available to teens and older.​

Advancing to Scuba Diving

Once your Sim reaches level 2 in the Scuba Diving skill, they can begin scuba diving at designated dive spots.​

How to Scuba Dive:

1. Reach Skill Level 2:
   • Continue snorkeling or take a class until you achieve level 2 in Scuba Diving.​
2. Access Dive Spots:
   • Swim or boat to a dive spot like Rocky Reef.​
3. Initiate Dive:
   • Click on the dive spot and select “Scuba Dive.”​

Dive Spots and Required Skill Levels:

• Rocky Reef: Level 2
• Davy Jones’ Locker: Level 4
• Mermaid Grotto: Level 7
• Pearl’s Deep: Level 9​

Each dive spot offers unique treasures, caves, and marine life to explore.​

Tips for a Successful Dive

• Monitor Oxygen Levels:
  • Keep an eye on your Sim’s oxygen to avoid the “Gasping for Air” moodlet, which can lead to drowning if ignored.​
• Collect Treasures:
  • Search for treasure chests and collectibles to earn Simoleons and rare items.​
• Beware of Sharks:
  • Avoid carrying raw meat or fish, as it can attract sharks, increasing the risk of an attack.​
• Use Underwater Caves:
  • Explore caves to discover new areas and shortcuts between dive spots.​
• Consider the “Loves to Swim” Trait:
  • Sims with this trait gain the Scuba Diving skill faster.​

Expanding Diving Opportunities

While scuba diving is primarily available in Isla Paradiso, you can create custom dive lots in other worlds:​

1. Enable Cheats:
   • Press Ctrl + Shift + C and enter testingCheatsEnabled true and enableLotLocking true.​
2. Place a Dive Lot:
   • In Edit Town mode, place an empty lot in the ocean and assign it as a “Diving Area.”​
3. Customize the Dive Spot:
   • Use buyDebug mode to add underwater objects, caves, and treasure chests.

Ensure the water is deep enough; some worlds may not support diving areas due to shallow waters.​

By following these steps, your Sims can enjoy the rich underwater experiences that snorkeling and scuba diving offer in The Sims 3: Island Paradise.​