The best locations for scuba diving near Le Lavandou are Hyères, Saint-Tropez and Marseille. In the area of Le Lavandou you can find even more scuba diving locations. Hyères is the closest scuba diving location and is 22 km away from Le Lavandou. You can reach it in about 27 min by car.
"We had a great snorkeling trip with the family, young and old. Everyone felt very comfortable and looked after. The team was great! Very nice and accommodating. We definitely recommend it!!"Sylvia, August 22, 2024
From 49€ / day (2hrs)
PADI Scuba Diver Course in Hyères for BeginnersWelcome to the city of Hyères, where the diving professional instructors are waiting for you! Become a certified diver with our beginner course "PADI Scuba Diver". With the certificate you'll receive at the end of this course, you will be allowed to dive up to 12 m, supervised by an instructor or guide. So get ready for an exceptional course and unforgettable dives. Goal of the course The "PADI Scuba Diver" certificate allows you to dive up to 12 m, supervised by a professional guide. You will learn all the techniques and know-how necessary to dive at such a depth as well as how to properly manage your equipment. In order to obtain the certificate, you'll have to carry out 4 supervised dives. Meeting & Preparation We will meet you at our base in Hyères at the agreed time. Our base is affiliated with a holiday resort and is very close to the beach. You can, therefore, enjoy the supermarkets, restaurants, showers, etc. of this resort. Once you arrive, you will be greeted by your instructor who will give you your equipment and explain the program for the next few days. In general, the course can be done in only 2 days, by doing 2 dives per day. Nevertheless, we recommend to do the course in 3 to 4 days. This way, you will have enough time to learn the theory. Please note that you need a medical certificate for this course. You can either do it on-site with us (35€) or with your doctor. Course content - Day 1: Theory Lessons + Practice/first Open Water Dive (We meet at 8:30 a.m. on the very first day of the course. From there on, your instructor will discuss your availability with you and organize the program accordingly.) - Day 2: Theory Lesson + 1 Open Water Dive - Day 3: Theory Lesson + 1 Open Water Dive - Day 4: Theory Lesson + 1 Open Water DiveIncluded activities - 4 Open Water Dives - Theory LessonsIncluded 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) - Learning material (CD + book) - PADI registration fee & certificateBring along - Medical certificate (except if you plan on having it done on site)Requirements - Minimum age: 10 years - Physical health - 1 trial scuba diving lesson minimum
From 449€ / day (2hrs)
PADI Open Water Diver Course in Hyères for BeginnersIn Hyères, if you are new to diving, take the plunge and do the PADI Open Water Diver course to gain an international qualification to learn how to dive in complete autonomy. During this several days training, you will be supervised by one of our state-certified instructors who will ensure your safety. The exceptional Mediterranean coastal scenery and underwater wonders will enchant you.The PADI Open Water Diver Course qualifies you to: - Dive to a maximum depth of 18 metres/60 feet - Plan and execute dives with a certified buddyMeeting & Preparation After completing the booking, the dive centre will contact you to arrange which option you prefer between eLearning and on-site theory lecture. - eLearning: If you choose the eLearning option, we will send you access to the online study programme which you will need to complete before the course start date. On the first day of your course, all you need to do is present the confirmation you received from the eLearning platform to prove that you have passed the theoretical part of the course. You will then be able to go straight to the practical part with your instructor. - On-site theory lecture: If you choose the option of taking the theory course on site, you will learn all about scuba diving theory in a classroom at the dive centre with one of our instructors after the practical applications. - Kick-off: We will meet you at our base in Hyères at the agreed time. Our base is affiliated with a holiday village, very close to the beach. You will therefore be able to enjoy the supermarkets, restaurants, showers and the village atmosphere. Once you arrive, you will be welcomed by your instructor who will explain the program for the next few days. For the practical sessions, we take you to one of our dive spots depending on the weather conditions. During each session, your certified trainer will teach you the basics by alternating theory and practice. In general, we recommend doing the course in 6 days, with 1 dive per day to give you enough time to learn the theory. However, it can sometimes be done in 3 days. Course content - 5 Theory Lessons - 6 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) - E-Learning material - PADI registration fee & certificateRequirements - Minimum age: 10 years - Physical health - Swimming ability - Medical certificate (you can do it on-site for €35) - If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lenses
"Warm and attentive welcome. Great professionalism of all the instructors. We loved our first dive."Solafah, July 20, 2022
From 99€ / day (2hrs)
FFESSM Level 1 Diving Course in Saint-Tropez for BeginnersThe French FFESSM level 1 qualification introduces you to the basics of diving and prepares you to be autonomous underwater. Your certified instructor will teach you alternately the theory and the practical application step by step and will ensure your safety. In the heart of the paradise landscapes of the Mediterranean Sea, we have planned a session in the sea to practise where many underwater wonders await you.The Level 1 FFESSM course qualifies you to: - Dive to a maximum depth of 20m - Dive with a scuba diving instructor by your sideProgramme - On-site theory lecture: The only way to learn the theory is to follow the theory course on site. You will learn all about the basics of scuba diving in a classroom at the dive centre with one of our instructors. - Kick-off: We will meet you at our base in Saint-Tropez 30 minutes before the agreed time. You can park there for €6 a day. Once you arrive, you will be welcomed by your instructor who will explain the program for the next few days. Throughout the course, your certified instructor will teach you successively the theory and the practice which will allow you to dive in open water to 20 m with ease accompanied by an instructor. In general, the course is done in 5 days, with 1 dive per day. It is possible to do it in 3 days, but we recommend 5 days to have enough time to learn the theory.Course content - 5 Theory Lessons - 5 Open Water DivesIncluded services - Certified diving instructor - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights) - Scuba tank (200 Bar for all dives) - Registration fee & FFESSM certificateRequirements - Minimum age: 12 years - Physical health - Swimming ability - Medical certificate (you can do it on-site for €35) - If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lenses
From 599€ / day (2hrs)
PADI Scuba Diver Course in Saint-Tropez for BeginnersBecome a certified diver in beautiful Saint-Tropez with our beginner course PADI Scuba Diver. With the certificate you'll receive at the end of this course, you will be allowed to dive up to 12 m, supervised by a certified instructor or guide. So get ready for an exceptional course and unforgettable dives. Goal of the course The PADI Scuba Diver certificate allows you to dive up to 12 m, supervised by a professional guide. You will learn all the techniques and know-how necessary to dive at such a depth as well as how to properly manage your equipment. In order to obtain the certificate, you'll have to carry out 4 supervised dives. Meeting & Preparation We will meet you at our base in Saint-Tropez 30 minutes before the agreed time. Our base is affiliated with a holiday resort and is very close to the beach. You can therefore enjoy the supermarkets, restaurants, showers, etc. of this resort. You can also park there for €6 a day. Once you arrive, you will be greeted by your instructor who will give you your equipment and explain the program for the next few days. In general, the course can be done in only 2 days, by doing 2 dives per day. Nevertheless, we recommend doing the course in 3 to 4 days. This way, you will have enough time to learn the theory. Please note that you need a medical certificate for this course. You can either do it on-site with us (€35) or with your doctor. Course content - Day 1: Theory Lessons + Practice/first Open Water Dive (We meet at 8:30 a.m. on the very first day of the course. From there on, your instructor will discuss your availability with you and organise the programme accordingly.) - Day 2: Theory Lesson + 1 Open Water Dives - Day 3: Theory Lesson + 1 Open Water Dives - Day 4: Theory Lesson + 1 Open Water DivesIncluded activities - 4 Open Water Dives - Theory LessonsIncluded 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) - Learning material (CD + book) - PADI registration fee & certificateBring along - Medical certificate (except if you plan on having it done on site)Requirements - Minimum age: 10 years - Physical health - 1 trial scuba diving lesson minimum
"Very pretty places, full of fish and diving time respected"Coralie, October 10, 2025
From 55€ / day (3hrs)
FFESSM Level 1 Diving Course in Marseille for BeginnersWith our FFESSM Level 1 diving course in Marseille, take your first steps into the world of diving with us! Accessible from the age of 12, this course of 5 to 6 days will allow you to discover more about the world of scuba diving, and all this in the sublime scenery offered by the coast of Marseille. You will start with exercises at the bottom of the water: management of your breathing with the regulator, mask exercises, management of the stabilising jacket, and many other, which will allow you to reach 20 metres in complete safety. Our state-certified diving instructors will accompany you throughout the course to ensure that you are fully supported. The diving area will be chosen according to the weather conditions, but our favourite sites are in the Calanques National Park and especially around the Frioul archipelago. Thus, you will dive in turquoise blue water, and will be able to observe exceptional underwater fauna and flora, while perfecting your technique! The FFESSM Level 1 qualifies you to: - Dive to a maximum depth of 20 metres/65 feet - Dive with a scuba diving instructor by your sideProgramme - On-site theory lecture: The theoretical part of the training will take place on the dock or in the boat, before each dive. It will allow you to prepare for the next dive, but also to debrief on the dive that has just been done. - Kick-off: We meet 15 minutes before the booked time at our base in the old port of Marseille. If you come by car, there is paid parking nearby. Once you have arrived, you will meet our team who will give you your diving equipment. You will be able to leave your gear after you have changed. Each session takes place in the same way: we join the diving area by boat and you dive on site in groups of minimum 4 people. After about 3 hours at sea, we will return to the old port of Marseille. You can do one or two sessions per day, depending on your wishes and your time. The course is composed of 6 dives and can be done in 5 to 6 days.Course content - Theory Lessons - 6 Open Water DivesIncluded 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) - FFESSM registration fee & certificate - Food and drinks on the boat - On request: Accompanying passenger on the boat (for a surcharge)Requirements - Minimum age: 12 years - Medical certificate - Physical health - Swimming ability - If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lenses
From 540€ / day (6hrs)
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Come and discover the fabulous underwater world of the Calanques thanks to this trial dive from Marseille. In small groups and one-to-one with a qualified diving instructor, you will discover the diversity of the local colourful underwater life for 30 minutes. You will dive in a shallow diving site
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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