The best locations for scuba diving near Cavalaire-sur-Mer are Saint-Tropez, Sainte-Maxime and Nice. In the area of Cavalaire-sur-Mer you can find even more scuba diving locations. Saint-Tropez is the closest scuba diving location and is 17 km away from Cavalaire-sur-Mer. You can reach it in about 27 min by car.
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 649€ / 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
"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 2025
"Very fast and easy online booking system, very good rental scuba diving gear, great boat and very professional diving guide."Fernando · September 2022
"Very nice. Competent team.
A smile on top of that and it would have been 5 stars!
"Cedric · August 2024
From 95€ / day (2.5hrs)
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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