The best locations for scuba diving near Cannes are Mandelieu-la-Napoule, Villeneuve-Loubet and Nice. In the area of Cannes you can find even more scuba diving locations. Mandelieu-la-Napoule is the closest scuba diving location and is 8 km away from Cannes. You can reach it in about 19 min by car.
"Plenty of time for snorkeling. Our guide was cheerful, friendly, and up for a joke. There was also some pleasant music. It was wonderfully relaxing."Sandra, August 5, 2025
"Young and really dynamic team. Very nice and attentive monitor! Great time in a beautiful place"Élisabeth , July 4, 2023
From 69€ / day (1.5hrs)
PADI Discover Scuba Diving near CannesEnjoy your stay on the French Riviera by trying out scuba diving. With this PADI Discover Scuba Diving course offered in Mandelieu-la-Napoule, you'll need just half a day to learn the basics of scuba diving—from safety rules to communication signals—and get familiar with the equipment. It's the perfect opportunity to discover the underwater world. This PADI Discover Scuba Diving course is ideal for those interested in diving but who don't have several days to commit to a full certification. It's the ultimate introductory experience, combining theory and practice, and allows you to truly explore the world of diving alongside a certified instructor. The PADI Discover Scuba Diving course qualifies you to: If you choose to continue your scuba diving education within six months with the PADI Open Water Diver course, this first lesson will count towards your required training dives. Programme We meet at our diving centre in Mandelieu-la-Napoule at the booked time where you will meet your dive instructor. You will head out to sea for two consecutive dives: first a technical dive, followed by a discovery dive to a depth of up to 6 meters (20 feet). Course content - 1 on-site and e-learning theory lesson - 2 consecutive open water dives Included services - Certified PADI scuba instructor - High-quality scuba diving equipment (everything you need: wetsuit, mask, fins, regulator, weights, BCD) - Scuba tank (200 bar) - E-learning materials Requirements - Minimum age: 10 years - Physical health - Swimming ability
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We don't think about anything else during this time!"Alban, September 17, 2024
From 95€ / day (3.5hrs)
Free Diving Course in NiceDiscover a new discipline and let yourself be tempted by our Free Diving Course in Nice for Beginners! With our certified instructors, learn to master your body and reconnect with your consciousness. Accessible to all, you can learn at your own pace. At the end of your training, you'll become aware of your abilities underwater and receive certification. For thrill-seekers, "Introduction to Freediving" promises a captivating experience. Start with an immersive session on breathing specific to freediving, followed by a sea adventure in the Villefranche-sur-Mer harbor. Dive into turquoise waters, explore marine secrets and hone your skills. If you're a born explorer, the two-day "Discovery freediving course" is for you. From total beginner to seasoned free diver, this course offers a complete path to mastering freediving to a depth of 20 meters. From breathing to safety, every aspect is meticulously studied to offer you an unforgettable experience. Choose your adventure, let yourself be carried away by the magic of the ocean, and dive into a world where every breath counts. Dive Area You will dive in the roadstead of Villefranche-sur-Mer for the first part of the course. Then, you will go a little further, in deeper water, to become aware of your capacity. Programme The meeting point is directly at the dive centre where we will provide you with the equipment (fins, masks and wetsuit). If you arrive by car, parking is widely available nearby. Then, you will start your initiation on a beach in the bay of Villefranche-sur-Mer. Here, you will learn the preparatory ventilation for freediving and to feel the different phases of freediving. You will also learn how to swim in freediving. After the lunch break, you will be able to go for your first freediving session in the depths of the sea! Activity hours are 08:30 to 12:00 in the morning, and 13:30 to 17:00 in the afternoon.Included Services - Certified dive guide - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit (from 8 years old to 3XL), mask, fins) - Liability insurance - Online training - Certification fees Requirements - Minimum age: 10 years for the Introduction to freediving course and 12 years for the two-day Discovery freediving course. - Swimming ability - General health - If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lenses - This activity is not suitable for pregnant women Bring along - Picnic - Parental consent for minors - A medical certificate attesting to your fitness to practice freediving, less than one year old (for the two-day discovery freediving course).
"Very thorough, professional, and knowledgeable. The guy who assisted us (from Nimes) was truly kind and knowledgeable. We highly recommend the experience."
If you want to make your holidays in the Var region extra special, book a diving experience in Saint-Raphaël. For your first dive in the Mediterranean Sea, we take you to the small and precious island of Lion de Mer. After a briefing and some safety instructions, our state-qualified instructor will
Certified instructors are ready to take you to the surrounding diving spots in beautiful Hyères that all perfectly show the true beauty of the local underwater fauna and flora. Embark on a new adventure and plunge into a new universe - literally! As part of the "Boat Trial Scuba Diving" offer, we'll
Discover the underwater treasures of the Mediterranean in the company of our certified guides with this unique snorkeling trip. During 2 hours in the sea, you will be able to snorkel in complete safety and we will comment on the local aquatic species. From 8 years old, this activity will satisfy all