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.
"Fantastic to discover the underwater world like this. Nice team and boat trip to the island. Good and proper explications and assistance. Keep up the good work."Kurt · August 2025
"Young and really dynamic team. Very nice and attentive monitor! Great time in a beautiful place"Élisabeth · July 2023
From 79€ / 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 discovery diving, then technical diving. The excursion lasts approximately 4 hours in total, including the round-trip navigation and the time spent at anchor. 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) - Access to e-learning course - PADI Discover Scuba Diving certification Requirements - Minimum age: 10 years - Physical health - Swimming ability
"Nico is a great guide! lovely experience both on the boat, on the road (at the sea) and in the water, snorkeling close to Villefranche-sur-Mer."Alrun · July 2026
"Great instructors and really looked after us, especially my 12 year old girl who learnt a lot and liked the way things were explained to her in the sea and about the sea life "
"Fantastic experience with amazing instructors who made us feel comfortable right from the start. My partner and I were able to dive together – an exceptional moment we won't forget! Thank you!"
Come and discover the seabed of the Mediterranean seabed just below the surface while snorkeling near Cannes. Starting from Mandelieu-la-Napoule, you will explore famous places such as the Lérins Islands in front of Cannes or the wild coastline of the Estérel massif with its characteristic red rock.
Make your holiday in the south of France extra special and discover unique underwater landscapes. Thanks to this 20 min trial scuba diving experience in Nice, you can make your first foray into the world of diving. At the end, all you will want to do is book your next dive with us! Our certified
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