GREECE
This is the shortlist you would send a diving friend: 8 padi courses in Greece worth the airfare, with the price, the certification needed and the one thing to check before you pay.
Try your first scuba session in Crete’s calm Agia Pelagia Bay with a PADI instructor, small groups, full gear, and hotel pickup.
“It was great and safe, the instructors were great and helped to defeat ure fears. Definitely going to come back!”
Try scuba in Crete with Chania Diving Center, a small-group first dive to 10 meters with gear, snacks, insurance, and photos included.
“I want to start by saying that we had a fabulous time and that we were really well taken care of by our instructors the entire time - they were both wonderful! We did this in the beginning of October and the water was clear and warm and the dive locations were gorgeous! But if you think this is going to be Mickey Mouse scuba like at the Great Barrier Rief where they lower you on a platform and give you a rope to avoid compression issues - nope, this is the real deal. You will be suited up, asked to dive backwards in your gear off the boat, and…”
Try scuba in Halkidiki with PADI instructors, small groups, hotel pickup, full gear, and a guided underwater outing to 6 meters.
“Emilios was amazing, the scuba experience alone was magical but he made the adventure a perfect one, he was so patient with us as we were a little nervous, and taught us everything we needed to know. Would highly recommend to anyone thinking to book”
Try two supervised shore descents in Crete with equipment, transfers, photos, and SSI Basic Diver certification for $200.
“This was our first time Scuba Diving and we were a little nervous - the instructors were amazing, patient, clear instructions - from the short boat ride to the actual dives - the experience was amazing. We'd definitely do this again !!!”
Test scuba safely in Ouranoupoli with a small PADI group, 45 minutes underwater, full equipment, and a beginner-friendly sea area.
“This was one of the best experiences I have ever had. Having just learnt to swim in a pool, I did worry about my ability to cope under water especially in an open sea. But enjoyed every moment of it. Niki, the instructor, instilled so much confidence in me so much so that all my self doubts disappeared after I immersed my head under water and was able to see the beautiful floor of the sea.. with its fantastic creatures and plants. At 56 I never thought I will see these things directly with my naked eyes. I can’t wait to do more of it.”
Review of Chania’s two shore-based scuba sessions, with SSI Basic Diver certification, gear, transfers, snacks, and practical booking advice.
“Was a great experience!! Great weather, nice spots and very good diving and snorkeling teachers! They are very motivated and they really like what they do. As well this school/company really takes their work and their responsibility very serious. So you can be sure that they teach you every important information. If you want to learn how to dive in Crete, Go there!!”
Try a first scuba session near Heraklion with a PADI instructor, small groups, hotel pickup, equipment, and a one-hour sea session.
“Amazing experience for our first time diving! Perfect conditions! Petro the instructor was amazing, spoke very good english and other languages! Explained everything clearly and was easy to understand! All equipment provided, good facilities and provided water while waiting! A very personalised experience in a small group of 4. Photos and videos taken which can be directly transferred to your phone. Pick up and drop off provided if requested! Petro was very kind to us! A experience we thoroughly enjoyed! Thank you!”
Try scuba in Peloponnese with a private PADI lesson, shallow-water practice, marine life, and a guided descent to 9 meters.
“Activité au top pour une découverte ! De très bonnes explications et surtout beaucoup de professionnalisme de la part de Virginie qui a su encadrer un groupe de 3 personnes et sa super stagiaire Italienne d’une main de fer. Retour sur expérience : très bien ;)”
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