PADI Discover Scuba Diving in Albufeira for Beginners

Dive into a world of wonder with the Discover Scuba Diving programme in Albufeira, specifically designed for beginners! This thrilling experience provides the perfect introduction to the beauty of underwater exploration. Under the expert guidance of certified instructors, you will learn the basics of diving in a pool, before immersing yourself in the breathtaking underwater realm in the Albufeira area with an open water dive. You will encounter the colorful marine life and reef formations, feeling weightless beneath the waves, and creating memories to last a lifetime. Whether you are curious about diving or eager to begin your underwater journey, the Discover Scuba Diving programme is guaranteed to create an unforgettable adventure for all. With only one to two people per instructor, the personalized environment enables fast and efficient training.

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Programme
- eLearning:
You will do a short e-learning session (around 30min) in advance, to learn the theoretical basis of diving.
- Kick-off:
Meet us at our dive center at the booked time. There, we will find the suitable equipment for you and head next door to the large swimming pool to familiarize yourself with the equipment and develop skills in a controlled environment. After completing the pool session with safety skills, we will transfer to the port and head out to sea with our new RIB boat to let you experience your open water dive in the clear blue ocean of the Algarve. The best dive spot for you, will be chosen on the day itself, depending on the weather and water conditions.

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Course content
- 1 pool session
- 1 open water dive (dive-site in 10 to max. 12 meters)

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Included services
- Certified diving instructor
- High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, regulator, weights, jacket)
- Scuba tank
- E-Learning material
- Transfer between the diving center and the port

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Additional services
- Optional underwater photos and videos +20€ per group

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Requirements
- Minimum age: 10 years old
- Swimming ability
- Physical health
- If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lenses
- A medical form must be filled in

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Bring along
- Towel
- Swimming suit
- Change of dry clothes for after-diving

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Good to know
- After diving, you have to leave a minimum time frame of 24 hours between your flight
- Free parking at the dive center