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Scuba Diving near Marsaskala

The best locations for scuba diving near Marsaskala are Sliema, St. Julian's (San Ġiljan) and Bugibba (St Paul's Bay). In the area of Marsaskala you can find even more scuba diving locations.
Sliema is the closest scuba diving location and is 14 km away from Marsaskala. You can reach it in about 22 min by car.

  • SSI Try Scuba Course in Sliema for Beginners from Dive Systems Malta.
    The car route on the map to go from Marsaskala to Sliema, where you can go scuba diving.
    Sliema
    14 km from Marsaskala (22 min by car)
    9Customer recommendations
    4Scuba diving offers
    Sliema: Popular Scuba Dives
    SSI Try Scuba Course in Sliema for Beginners from Dive Systems Malta.
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    SSI Try Scuba Course in Sliema for Beginners
    "Super great Nothing else to say Welcome, kindness, teaching, supervision, equipment, everything was great Not to be missed Thank you MIGUEL"Sebastien, August 31, 2024
    From 80€ / day (2hrs)
    SSI Open Water Course in Sliema for Beginners from Dive Systems Malta.
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    SSI Open Water Course in Sliema for BeginnersOur SSI Open Water course in Sliema is tailor-made for beginners like you, offering an immersive and comprehensive introduction to the world of scuba diving. No prior experience is necessary! Throughout this course, which typically spans 3 to 4 days, you will gain the necessary skills and knowledge to become a certified SSI Open Water Diver and to dive up to 18 meters. It's a two-part adventure, comprising theoretical learning and practical training sessions. We guarantee an unforgettable experience as you uncover the hidden treasures of Malta's mesmerizing underwater realm: groupers and parrot fish are waiting for you!The SSI Open Water qualifies you to: - Dive to a maximum depth of 18 metres/60 feet - Plan and execute dives with a certified buddy - Rent or buy diving equipment in dive centres worldwideProgramme - eLearning: Once the booking is completed, we will send you all further instruction to access the SSI elearning portal. We recommend you completing the necessary modules before the start of the course, but you can also complete them at the same time. Then, you can move straight on to the practical part of your scuba diving experience. - Kick-off: We will meet you directly at our office in Sliema. If you come by car, there are free car parks nearby. We offer free pick-up in Sliema and St. Julian's, as well as paid pick-up in the region as far as Valletta. In both cases, this must be arranged after booking. Once at the diving centre, you will collect your equipment and change clothes. Depending on the weather conditions, we will most likely stay on the beach in front of our base. If the conditions do not allow us to stay there, we will take the boat to a quiet cove and dive there. We will make a total of 6 dives: you can either make 1 or 2 dives a day, depending on your flexibility. Course content - Theory Lessons - Practice Dives in confined water - Open Water DivesIncluded services - Certified SSI diving instructor - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights) - Scuba tank (200 Bar) - SSI registration fee & certificate - Transfers & Pick-up from hotel in Sliema and St. Julian's (in the morning only)Not included - E-Learning material: to be bought after booking, for an additional 85€ Additional services - Prescription masks can be bought on site if needed Requirements - Minimum age: 12 years old - Swimming ability - General health - If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lensesBring along - Towel - Swimming suit - Water - Change of dry clothing for after-divingGood to know - After diving, you have to leave a minimum of 12 hours before your flight - We accept cash and card for all payments on-site
    From 485€ / day (6hrs)
    One of the divers during the Trial Scuba Diving for Beginners in Sliema with Malta Blue Diving.
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    Trial Scuba Diving for Beginners in Sliema
    "First experience in complete safety and with a lot of kindness"Virginie, August 11, 2023
    From 80€ / day (3hrs)
  • The car route on the map to go from Marsaskala to St. Julian's (San Ġiljan), where you can go scuba diving.
    St. Julian's (San Ġiljan)
    15 km from Marsaskala (22 min by car)
    39Customer recommendations
    9Scuba diving offers
    St. Julian's (San Ġiljan): Popular Scuba Dives
    Guided Reef & Bay Dives around Malta from St. Julian's
    "The whole sector is well organized. Haven't been diving for a long time, the tutor started with a short recovery session to help get your memory back. My guide Joe is super nice with very clear instructions for everything! I was a bit nervous at the beginning, but with his guidance, I feel this recovery journey is super comfortable and very happy to back to dive again! And communications with the staff during booking is efficient. 5star recommendations!"Weilin, August 30, 2021
    From 60€ / day (2.5hrs)
    PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course in St. Julian'sContinue your scuba diving education and become a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver in St. Julian's! Broaden your Open Water Diver skillset and explore even more secrets of the ocean surrounding the Maltese islands. You will be astounded at the fascinating spots you will get to see and will become more and more confident underwater as you dive down deeper than you've done before.Goal of the course Upon completion of the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course, you will be qualified to dive down to a maximum depth of 30 metres. Furthermore, you will have developed some additional skills, most notably underwater navigation. What is also great about the course is that beside the two mandatory deep-water and navigation dives, you get to choose which aspect of scuba diving you would like to get to know better. Choose three out of a long list of different adventure dives, which includes digital underwater photography, peak performance buoyancy, wreck diving, and much more...Meeting & Preparation If you wish to take part in the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course, you need to hold a PADI Open Water Diver certification (or an equal-level certification from another organization). You will also need to complete the Advanced Open Water Diver course on the PADI e-Learning platform before you start the practical part of the course with us. Please meet us at the dive centre 30 minutes before your first scheduled dive and bring the confirmation slip, so we can see that you know your theory. You will receive all the access details from us beforehand. As is common practice with the PADI courses, we would also ask you to fill out the medical statement attached to the booking confirmation and hand it in to us. If you require any transportation service from your hotel or accommodation, we can organize for you to be picked up. Once you're checked in, we'll hand you your equipment and you can get started with your first lesson.Course content - Day 1: 1 Adventure dive - Day 2: 2 Adventure dives - Day 3: 2 Adventure dives The order and length of the individual parts of the course can change and will be individually adapted by the instructor.Included Activities - 5 Open Water DivesIncluded 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 - Pick-up from hotel (if in St. Julian's) - E-Learning material - PADI registration fee & certificateRequirements - Minimum age: 12 years - Physical health - Swimming ability - Certified Open Water DiverBring Along - Diving Certification - Logbook
    From 395€ / day (8hrs)
    PADI Scuba Diver Course in St. Julian's for BeginnersTake the first step in getting your scuba diving certification with the PADI Scuba Diver course. Make your holiday extra special and learn to scuba dive in the deep blue sea around Malta's coastline. We will help you develop a set of basic scuba diving skills while exploring the beauty of the aquatic wildlife and the mysteries of sunken shipwrecks.Goal of the course The PADI Scuba Diver certification qualifies you to dive alongside a PADI-trained instructor to a depth of 12 metres. It also allows you to get air fills at any PADI-affiliated dive centre and to take part in diving activities that are properly supervised. As part of the course you will learn how to control your buoyancy, how to ascend and descend, how to streamline your underwater movement, and how to stay safe.Meeting & Preparation In order to take part in the course, we ask you to complete the e-learning programme before your scheduled start date. We will send you all the access details once you've booked, so you can start the theory course from home. If you happen to be staying at a hotel or other form of accommodation within our pick-up zone, we're happy to have you driven straight to our dive centre without extra cost. When you arrive, we will check you in and have you fill out the PADI medical statement. Once we're done with all the administrative necessities, we will equip you with your scuba gear and you're good to go for your first practical diving session in the pool.Course content - Day 1: Practice in the Pool + 2 Open Water Dives The order and length of the individual parts of the course can change and will be individually adapted by the instructor.Included Activities - 3 Practice Dives in the Pool - 2 Open Water DivesIncluded 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 - Transfers & Pick-up from hotel (if in St. Julian's) - E-Learning material - PADI registration fee & certificateRequirements - Minimum age: 10 years - Physical health - Swimming ability
    From 340€ / day (8hrs)
  • The car route on the map to go from Marsaskala to Bugibba (St Paul's Bay), where you can go scuba diving.
    Bugibba (St Paul's Bay)
    24 km from Marsaskala (33 min by car)
    122Customer recommendations
    8Scuba diving offers
    Bugibba (St Paul's Bay): Popular Scuba Dives
    Discover Scuba Diving for Beginners in Bugibba, Malta
    "Convenient, fast transfer and everything is clear "Aksana, September 1, 2024
    From 60€ / day (3hrs)
    PADI Discover Scuba Diving in Saint Paul's Bay for BeginnersDive into an unforgettable underwater journey with the PADI Discover Scuba Diving in Saint Paul's Bay — a perfect starting point for those eager to explore the depths for the first time. If this is your first dive, know you are in the right place. This experience is for adventurers aged 10 and above who are curious but not ready for a certification course. With experienced diving instructors, you will explore the underwater world in a comfortable and learning-centered setting, gradually descending to a depth of maximum 12 meters. Throughout the session, you will learn essential skills and enjoy the joy of swimming and discovering beneath the surface. Get ready to uncover the wonders below and embark on a unique adventure!Dive area Right in front of our diving center, you will find a lively reef, perfect for diving. Beginners can start in the shallow waters near the shore, easing into the experience. Beneath the waves, a diverse underwater world awaits, with colorful coral and fascinating marine creatures.Programme -eLearning Prior to your dive, we will provide you with eLearning material and some online paperwork. This takes around 30 minutes to complete and is an important preparation for your dive experience. Please ensure that you finish these tasks prior to arriving at our dive center to ensure you are fully prepared. -Kick-off Upon your arrival at the booked time, you will be greeted at our diving center in Malta. There are free parking spots nearby. You can recognize us by a sign saying "ABC Diving". We offer a pick-up service in the areas of Mellieha and St. Paul's Bay. If you are located further away, pick-up is still possible, but for an additional fee. Once you are at the dive center, you will receive your scuba diving equipment and take part in a safety briefing. You will learn the key skills that you will use on every scuba dive, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. From there you will head to the sea for the confined water practice and open water dive. In the confined water near the shore you will have a skills practice session and when you feel ready you will slowly go deeper. During the activity, expect a total duration of 3 hours, including a diving time of maximum 60 minutes with a maximum depth of 12 meters. The group size per instructor is limited to 4 people.Included Services - eLearning material - Certified diving instructor - 1 confined water skillls practice session leading into 1 open water dive - High-quality diving gear - Scuba tank - Free hotel pick-up around Mellieha and St. Paul's Bay area (only if the booking is made at least 24h before the beginning of the activity) Additional Services - Pick-up service available outside the area for an extra fee, to be requested after completed booking Requirements - Minimum age: 10 years old - Swimming ability - Good physical healthGood to know - There are free parking spots nearby - There is a restaurant above the diving center - Diving spot can change based on weather conditions - You should not fly within the next 12 hours after the dive
    From 90€ / day (3hrs)
    Guided Boat & Shore Dives from Saint Paul's Bay in Malta
    "Had a great time. I messed up the booking initially and they sorted it all out for me and got me a great diving session suited for my and my mate. The instructors English was perfect, his instructions were very clear and he was very patient. The dive itself was really good, the reefs are quite amazing to see."Alisdair, September 19, 2019
    From 475€ / day (6hrs)
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