Discover Scuba Diving from the Shore in Funchal, Madeira

3 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 12 years-old and up
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From€74

Try scuba diving in Funchal, Madeira, and discover the sport, as well as the beautiful marine species that live on the coast of this Portuguese island!

Madeira is a Portuguese island located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Morocco, that surprises all those who visit it with its beautiful beaches such as Faja dos Padres, the natural pools, the laurissilva forests, the impressive cliffs, or the possibility of sighting cetaceans. In addition, the average temperature of 25 degrees Celsius year-round, allows you to travel to Madeira all year round and perform water activities such as diving with nice temperatures.

If you have always been curious about diving but have never done so, why not try your diving baptism in Madeira, specifically in Funchal? Funchal is one of the best places to dive thanks to the pleasant temperature of the water and the opportunity to see species such as huge groupers, manta rays, and colorful fish.

The instructors of Azul Diving Center Madeira will lead you through your scuba diving baptism in Funchal in a 2.5-hour long activity consisting of three parts:

First, the certified instructors will give you a small theoretical class on diving so that you get familiar with the scuba gear and learn about all the diving techniques you'll need for your first dive.

Second, that knowledge will be consolidated with a first dive practice into a pool, where you'll experience breathing underwater for the first time, and solve any questions you might have in a safe environment. and

And lastly, once you feel safe... It will be time for your first immersion in open water! Your instructor will take you to the shore for your first scuba diving experience in the beautiful waters of Madeira. This dive will take about 50 minutes and you will descend to a maximum depth of 12 meters (40 feet).

Enjoy the incredible experience of discovering scuba diving in Madeira as you learn important techniques and swim around with the wonderful and colorful fish that live in its waters. Find out if this sport is for you by booking today!

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Practical information

Have you always wanted to go scuba diving? This try dive on the shore of Madeira allows you to get the scuba experience without having to get fully certified! Learn scuba diving techniques, dive in a pool for practice, and then get into the ocean to see if this activity is for you. What are you waiting for?

Course of events

- Arrival at the meeting point and introduction to your instructors

- Theoretical lesson on diving in the classroom at Azul Diving Center

- Equipment distribution

- First dive in shallow water in the school pool (maximum depth: 12 mt/40 ft)

- Once you feel safe and ready to dive into the sea, dive for about 45/50 minutes at a maximum depth of 12 meters (40 feet)

- Return to the diving school

- Equipment return and end of activity

Activity requirements

All participants under 18 must provide written parental consent.

Please note you must provide a medical certificate dated within the last 3 months from your GP stating that you are allowed to practice this activity.

All participants must know how to swim autonomously.

Special terms

It is not recommended to take a flight until 24 hours after the last dive.

Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent.

Meeting point:
Azul Diving Madeira | Padi and SSI dive center in Funchal Hotel Penha França Mar, R. Carvalho Araújo, 9000-022 Funchal, Portugal
Spoken languages:Portuguese, English, French
Included
  • Wetsuit
  • Tank
  • Mask
  • Fins
  • Certificate of Recognition authorising the continuation of a diving adventure
  • Professional instructor
  • Insurance
Excluded
  • Transportation to the meeting point
  • Food or drinks
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimsuit
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Bottle of water
  • Sunscreen

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