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Scuba Diving near Cannes

The best locations for scuba diving near Cannes are Mandelieu-la-Napoule, Saint-Raphaël and Sainte-Maxime.
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.

  • People are doing a Trial Dive in the Esterel Natural Park or the Lerins Islands with La Rague Dive Center.
    The car route on the map to go from Cannes to Mandelieu-la-Napoule, where you can go scuba diving.
    Mandelieu-la-Napoule
    8 km from Cannes (19 min by car)
    19Reviews
    2Scuba diving offers
    Mandelieu-la-Napoule: Popular Scuba Dives
    People are doing a Trial Dive in the Esterel Natural Park or the Lerins Islands with La Rague Dive Center.
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    Trial Dive in the Esterel Natural Park or the Lérins Islands
    "It was our first time diving, and we felt very well taken care of. The team was very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was great, and they even provided snacks. An experience we will definitely repeat."Lukas · July 2026
    From 89€ / day (4hrs)
    A group of children is exploring the Mediterranean seabed while Snorkeling near Cannes with the Dive Centre La Rague.
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    Snorkeling Excursion near Cannes
    "Very well organized, good equipment, and the dive site was beautiful and we enjoyed it very much. All in all, excellent value for money and also very suitable for children."Andreas · August 2026
    From 44€ / day (4hrs)
  • The car route on the map to go from Cannes to Saint-Raphaël, where you can go scuba diving.
    Saint-Raphaël
    40 km from Cannes (44 min by car)
    15Reviews
    2Scuba diving offers
    Saint-Raphaël: Popular Scuba Dives
    FFESSM Level 1 Scuba Diver Course in Saint-Raphaël for Beginners
    "welcoming and friendly, we take full eyes! impeccable!"Damien · June 2022
    From 396€ / day (6hrs)
    Trial Scuba Diving at Le Lion de Mer from Saint-Raphaël
    "Superb team Have a good time It was wonderful "Alexandra · July 2024
    From 85€ / day (2.5hrs)
  • The car route on the map to go from Cannes to Sainte-Maxime, where you can go scuba diving.
    Sainte-Maxime
    69 km from Cannes (62 min by car)
    29Reviews
    6Scuba diving offers
    Sainte-Maxime: Popular Scuba Dives
    PADI Open Water Diver Course in Sainte-Maxime for Beginners
    "I did my first dive in Croatia in July - instantly hooked, I was keen to get my PADI Open Water qualification as soon as possible and closer to home. Choosing H2O Sainte-Maxime, I wasn't sure what to expect but, honestly, this experience - the diving, the team and the environment - has perhaps left me with some of the happiest memories I've made in a long time! Though initially apprehensive, I grew to become a confident diver over numerous dives with the help of Nadine, who never failed to smile, laugh or even giggle underwater. The training and education imparted to me, both underwater and at the surface, was invaluable, and that it was delivered in such a fun, relaxed and calm environment - facilitated by Nadine, Arnaud and Laurent, has left me keen to progress to the next level. Many thanks to the team at H2O Sainte-Maxime - I hope to see you in late May to complete my PADI Advanced Open Water qualification. 😀"Theodore · October 2025
    From 690€ / day (2.75hrs)
    Introductory Scuba Diving Course in Sainte-Maxime for BeginnersIs one trial dive not enough for you? Sign up for an introductory diving course in Sainte-Maxime to familiarise yourself with the basic techniques of scuba diving! During the 3 dives of the course, you will learn how to prepare your equipment, how to immerse yourself in the water and also how to ascend safely. Dive with us into the Mediterranean Sea and open your eyes to see the wonders of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez! Enjoy the colourful aquatic landscapes formed by the local underwater flora. Our certified instructors will make you feel comfortable in the water and will share their knowledge with you so that you can improve very quickly! Programme We will meet you at the diving club, where you will be provided with the necessary equipment. Then take the boat to the dive site and watch the Mediterranean coastline recede before your eyes. Finally, after a short briefing on the use of the equipment and an explanation of the basic diving techniques, jump into the water and let your instructor guide you! Each session lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes. Course content - 3 open water dives Included services - Certified PADI diving instructor - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights) - Scuba tank (200 Bar for all dives) - Dive computer - Hot drinks on the boat - Photos/Video (optional, on site) - Accompanying passenger on the boat (for a surcharge of €35: book directly with the dive centre, subject to availability) Requirements - Minimum age: 12 years old - Physical health - Swimming ability - If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lenses Bring along - Medical certificate of no contraindication to the practice of scuba diving of less than one year - Swimsuit - Water bottle - Windbreaker jacket (depending on the weather)
    From 245€ / day (2.75hrs)
    Guided Boat Dives in Sainte-Maxime for Certified Divers
    "Very fast and easy online booking system, very good rental scuba diving gear, great boat and very professional diving guide."Fernando · September 2022
    From 75€ / day (2.75hrs)
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What customers love about scuba diving near Cannes

Snorkeling Excursion from Sainte-Maxime
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Carmel
"It was amazing to see the life under the water. Our guide, Olia, was very patient. We had one 10 year old who was ambitious and she ensured he had a good time but was safe. It was our first time but it was beyond our expectations and felt very safe."
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Trial Scuba Diving from Sainte-Maxime
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Dagmar
"It was a truly wonderful experience. I went diving with my children for the first time. Each of us had our own instructor. We felt incredibly comfortable and were able to enjoy our dive to the fullest. We were able to marvel at an incredibly beautiful underwater world. Highly recommended!"
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Snorkeling Excursion near Cannes
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Julia
"We really enjoyed the snorkeling trip. There were about 15 of us, but we had enough space on the boat, which was really nice. We also had enough time to snorkel and the equipment was really good. The people who worked there were also very nice."
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Trending scuba dives & courses near Cannes

Snorkeling Excursion near Cannes
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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.
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From 44€ / day (4hrs)
Trial Scuba Diving at Le Lion de Mer from Saint-Raphaël
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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
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From 85€ / day (2.5hrs)
Trial Dive in the Esterel Natural Park or the Lérins Islands
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Dive to 6 metres into a magnificent setting with our trial dive in the Estérel Natural Park or Lérins Islands. You will discover a new world, accompanied by colourful and sparkling fish. Our state-certified instructors will teach you all the basics of scuba diving, including the use of equipment,
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