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
"Great experience, I was stressed about the baptism and they made me feel very comfortable. I recommend without hesitation 🤿"Zoe, September 24, 2025
From 99€ / 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
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
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.
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,