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.
"Absolutely breathtaking experience with very friendly, relaxed and committed instructors."Irene, October 1, 2025
From 49€ / 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 nice snorkeling. A pleasant time spent discovering species of starfish and sea urchins with Maxime, a friendly and attentive instructor."Dorsaf, August 20, 2025
From 35€ / 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
"It was a lovely day with a great Crew! I knew I was in good hands. I felt safe and cared for and I am so glad that I went! Thank you Jeremy, Maxime, and the beautiful woman, all the people, who made it a good time!"
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
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,
Discover the underwater fauna and flora during our snorkeling excursion in the heart of the Mediterranean accompanied by our certified guides. We take you on a boat for two hours at sea, during which you can snorkel in complete safety. Accessible from 8 years old, this discovery outing will delight