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Scuba Diving near Saint-Raphaël

The best locations for scuba diving near Saint-Raphaël are Fréjus, Sainte-Maxime and Nice. In the area of Saint-Raphaël you can find even more scuba diving locations.
Fréjus is the closest scuba diving location and is 3 km away from Saint-Raphaël. You can reach it in about 10 min by car.

  • Two friends are underwater, doing one of their mandatory open water dives during their SSI Open Water Diver Course in Fréjus for Beginners with Alpha Beluga Plongée.
    The car route on the map to go from Saint-Raphaël to Fréjus, where you can go scuba diving.
    Fréjus
    3 km from Saint-Raphaël (10 min by car)
    3Reviews
    3Scuba diving offers
    Fréjus: Popular Scuba Dives
    Two friends are underwater, doing one of their mandatory open water dives during their SSI Open Water Diver Course in Fréjus for Beginners with Alpha Beluga Plongée.
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    SSI Open Water Diver Course in Fréjus for Beginners
    "We are always framed there with competent team members and our instructor brings us good knowledge."Angela et Hervé · September 2022
    From 600€ / day (3hrs)
    A diver is doing one of her mandatory open water dives during her FFESSM Level 1 Diving Course in Fréjus for Beginners with Alpha Beluga Plongée.
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    FFESSM Level 1 Scuba Diver Course in Fréjus for BeginnersYour first dive was a success and you want to go even further in your practice? Then becoming a certified diver is the next step. We offer the FFESSM level 1 certification in Fréjus, in the enchanting setting of the French Riviera. You will complete your training on diving sites close to the Estérel massif, where the ochre rock meets the azure of the water. No prerequisites are necessary for this certification course: it can be done as a first diving experience, after a first dive or as a continuation of a Discover Scuba Diving module. Alternating theoretical lessons and practical dives, you will progress towards autonomy underwater and discover the wonders that lie hidden under the Mediterranean Sea, while diving deeper and deeper. The FFESSM Level 1 qualifies you to: The FFESSM certification is a French certification. Level 1 teaches you diving autonomy, through familiarization with the equipment, learning the safety rules and knowledge of your environment. It also allows you to dive to a depth of 20 m. Programme - Duration: You will have to do 5 dives to get your certification. Depending on how much time you have at hand, you can schedule one or two dives per day, which will be interspersed with theory. It is also possible to do a crash course over a weekend, for example. - Kick-off: 24 to 48 hrs before the first dive, we ask you to contact us so that we can confirm all the details (like the schedule), depending on the weather conditions. On the day, we meet at the agreed time at our base in Port Fréjus. Free and paid parking can be found nearby. All equipment is waiting for you directly on our boat, where you can also change and store your personal belongings. Then we set off for the dive site. You will receive the first theoretical lessons before your first dive directly at sea. Course content - Theory Lessons - 5 Open Water Dives Included Services - Certified FFESSM diving instructor - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights) - Scuba tank (200 Bar for all dives) Requirements - Minimum age: 14 years old - Physical health - Swimming ability - Medical certificate - This activity is not recommended for people who are pregnant
    From 390€ / day (3hrs)
  • The car route on the map to go from Saint-Raphaël to Sainte-Maxime, where you can go scuba diving.
    Sainte-Maxime
    23 km from Saint-Raphaël (35 min by car)
    29Reviews
    6Scuba diving offers
    Sainte-Maxime: Popular Scuba Dives
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    "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."Carmel · July 2026
    From 50€ / day (2.75hrs)
    Guided Boat Dive in Sainte-Maxime for Beginners
    "Very good site for beginners. The instructors are very competent and friendly. I recommend"Lucas · July 2021
    From 145€ / day (2.75hrs)
    Trial Scuba Diving from Sainte-Maxime
    "Very good time with a great team and very good support. The experience was great, I recommend H2O without any problems."FABRICE · September 2024
    From 85€ / day (2.75hrs)
  • The car route on the map to go from Saint-Raphaël to Nice, where you can go scuba diving.
    Nice
    69 km from Saint-Raphaël (59 min by car)
    85Reviews
    7Scuba diving offers
    Nice: Popular Scuba Dives
    Snorkeling Excursion from Nice
    "Nice boat trip. Unfortunately, I didn't enjoy snorkeling, but that's a personal preference and therefore has no influence on my rating. After an encounter with a jellyfish, I was well taken care of with cream. If you enjoy snorkeling or would like to try it, I would recommend it."Ramona · September 2025
    From 45€ / day (2hrs)
    SSI Open Water Diver Course in Nice for BeginnersDive straight in at the deep end and live a unique experience at the bottom of the Mediterranean Sea! The SSI Open Water Diver course will allow you to acquire a certain amount of autonomy underwater while enjoying the magnificent underwater landscapes. Discover the local fauna and flora and dive between sea breams and octopuses. Accessible to all, this course, composed of 7 dives, will teach you how to manage your equipment, how to react to common underwater situations and finally how to evolve in three dimensions in complete safety. Thanks to this complete training and to our certified and experienced instructors, you will dive safely and enjoy your experience to the fullest! 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 worldwide Programme - eLearning: As soon as you register, we will send you your MySSI account ID, allowing you to access your digital theory kit, which you will have to read before coming. - Kick-off: Your training will be divided into two parts: the first part will be dedicated to exercises. The second part will be made up of application of the exercises as well as observation of the fauna and flora. The meeting point will be directly at the dive center where we will explain the course structure and provide you with the necessary equipment (fins, masks and wetsuit). If you arrive by car, parking is widely available nearby. Your booking date corresponds to your first session. By default, we consider that the 6 training dives are carried out on the following slots from 8:30 am to 12 pm and 1:30 to 5 pm. If you wish to make special arrangements, please contact us by email or by telephone. Course content - Online theory - 7 dives (practice dives in confined water & open water dives) Included Services - Certified SSI diving instructor - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit (from 8 years old to 3XL), mask, fins, octopus, weights) - Scuba tank (200 Bar for all dives) - E-Learning material - SSI registration fee & certificate Requirements - Minimum age: 10 years old - Physical health - Swimming ability - If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lenses - This activity is not suitable for pregnant women
    From 650€ / day (6hrs)
    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).
    From 155€ / day (6hrs)
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"Top-notch team! I overcame my fear thanks to their professionalism. I was incredibly apprehensive at first… but with one instructor always by my side, at my own pace, I felt completely safe and relaxed. I was able to admire the seabed – a superb experience! I'll definitely do it again to explore further; I loved it. Thank you to the whole team! 👌"
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