The best locations for scuba diving near Sanary-sur-Mer are Hyères, Marseille and Sainte-Maxime. In the area of Sanary-sur-Mer you can find even more scuba diving locations. Hyères is the closest scuba diving location and is 31 km away from Sanary-sur-Mer. You can reach it in about 33 min by car.
"It was an amazing experience. We saw so many amazing fish. Great instructors."Silke, June 30, 2025
From 99€ / 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
"It was a truly wonderful experience. I went diving with my children for the first time. Each of us had our own instructor. We felt incredibly comfortable and were able to enjoy our dive to the fullest. We were able to marvel at an incredibly beautiful underwater world. Highly recommended!"Dagmar, September 4, 2025
"Very thorough, professional, and knowledgeable. The guy who assisted us (from Nimes) was truly kind and knowledgeable. We highly recommend the experience."Laura, August 11, 2025
From 50€ / day (2.5hrs)
FFESSM PE12 Diving Course in Sainte-Maxime for BeginnersCurious to meet multiple species of fish and to discover a new world? The FFESSM PE12 diving course is open to all and will allow you to learn all the basic diving techniques, in order to be able to dive to a maximum of 12 m. During the 3 dives of the course, you will learn how to prepare your equipment, how to immerse yourself in the water and also how to ascend safely. Dive with us into the Mediterranean Sea and open your eyes to see the wonders of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez! Enjoy the colourful aquatic landscapes formed by the local underwater flora. Our certified instructors will make you feel comfortable in the water and will share their knowledge with you so that you can improve very quickly! The FFESSM PE12 qualifies you to: - Dive to a maximum depth of 12 metres/40 feet - Dive with a scuba diving instructor by your side Programme We will meet you at the diving club, where you will be provided with the necessary equipment. Then take the boat to the dive site and watch the Mediterranean coastline recede before your eyes. Finally, after a short briefing on the use of the equipment and an explanation of the basic diving techniques, jump into the water and let your instructor guide you! Course content - 3 open water dives Included 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 - Hot drinks on the boat - Photos/Video (optional, on site) - Accompanying passenger on the boat (for a surcharge of €35: book directly with the dive centre, subject to availability) Requirements - Minimum age: 12 years old - Physical health - Swimming ability - If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lenses Bring along - Medical certificate of no contraindication to the practice of scuba diving of less than one year - Swimsuit - Water bottle - Windbreaker jacket (depending on the weather)
From 245€ / day (5hrs)
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