Boat Diving vs Shore Diving: Pros and Cons Explained by Industry ExpertsOur panel of industry experts look at the pros and cons of boat diving vs shore diving, explaining that there are merits – and issues – with both forms of divingBoat Diving vs Shore DivingSo you are going diving, but how are you getting into the water? There are pros and cons for both shore and boat diving. We asked our industry experts for their opinion on boat diving and shore diving. Boat vs Shore DivingDiving FeaturesDiving from boats allows you to get to dive sites which are inaccessible from the shore. Shore diving in the ocean usually costs as much as your air fill, parking and a Cornish pasty.