About this tour
Your introduction to scuba diving takes place off the coast of Saint-Raphaël in southern France. A boat carries you to a sheltered island where you'll spend 90 minutes in the water. After a thorough briefing, a certified instructor guides you through a 20-minute dive to 6 metres, where you'll encounter Mediterranean marine life—octopus, starfish, sea urchins, fish. You'll snorkel the shallows before and after your underwater stint, then receive a baptism certificate back at port around 17:00.
Highlights
- One-on-one instruction with a state-certified diver
- Encounter octopus, starfish, and Mediterranean fish at 6m depth
- 90 minutes at the island for snorkelling and diving
- Boat transport from Saint-Raphaël included
- Baptism certificate issued upon return
- All equipment (wetsuit, mask, fins) provided
- Suitable from age 8 onwards
What to expect
The morning or afternoon begins with a boat ride to a nearby island. Once there, your instructor walks you through breathing and safety protocols on the surface—nothing rushed or complicated. Your 20-minute dive feels manageable because you're tethered to an experienced guide and moving slowly. The water is clear enough to spot octopus and starfish on the seabed. Between the dive and your return to port, there's time to snorkel the shallows at your own pace. The whole outing lasts two and a half hours; you'll be back before evening.
Good to know
Bring swimsuit, sunglasses, towel, and warm layers if you feel the cold easily. Tea or water is provided depending on season. Groups larger than three should book by phone or email. Not suitable if pregnant or with cardiovascular concerns. Public transport links exist nearby if you're not driving.
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