





Banchina Barresi, 90010 Ustica PA, Italy
In June 2024 we took the beginners' scuba course with Lustrica Diving Centre in Ustrica, north of Sicily, as part of a birthday / holiday. We were both very happy with the people and the programme, not too much too soon and after 3 days we had overcome any initial apprehension and were swimming 10m down amidst the rocks and fishes. And Ustrica was also a star, very clear water and what a lovely, friendly island the place is, and quite an adventure to get there with a 90 minute ferry from Palermo. The very good 1 on 1 training throughout (from Luiz and Sara) was most appreciated, I felt this contributed largely to our very good experience. We received the SSI certification when we competed the course. Very happy. All English speakers too.
It was amazing. My instructor made me feel extremely safe, she was extremely sweet and patient with me. I enjoyed the whole course a lot.
You can expect to see various fishes in the clear waters around Ustica.
The minimum age for this course is 10 years. You also need to be in good physical health, not be afraid of water, and provide a medical certificate for underwater activities.
Upon completion, you will receive an SSI Scuba Diver certificate, which allows you to dive up to 12 meters worldwide. A PADI certificate is also available for a surcharge of 90€ per person.
Yes, high-quality diving gear is included. This covers everything you need for your dive: a wetsuit, mask, fins, jacket, regulator, and weights.
The course takes place over 3 days. The practical diving part is in the morning for about 2 hours, and the theory lessons are in the evening around 6 pm for about 1 hour.
You will learn the basic rules of scuba diving. This includes how to prepare and wear your equipment, descent and compensation techniques, hand signals for communication, and how to manage your equipment in the water.
Yes, the instructors are English speakers.


PADI Dive Center
Lustrica Diving Center Ustica uses the PADI System of diving education and offers courses as well as rental equipment that meet the international PADI standards.














The activity Scuba Diver Course in Ustica for Beginners by Lustrica Diving Center Ustica is available every day, from August 15, 2026 through October 24, 2026. Each day offers 3 start times between 9:00 and 15:00. Sessions last 3 days and are offered as group activities. Prices start from €300.00 per person.





