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.
"A very friendly and professional team that inspires confidence for a perfect introductory dive."David · August 2026
From 99€ / 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
"Fantastic experience, very, very friendly and attentive staff, they put you at ease, and the explanations were excellent. I highly recommend it!"Stéphanie · July 2026
"Great instructors and really looked after us, especially my 12 year old girl who learnt a lot and liked the way things were explained to her in the sea and about the sea life "Daniel · July 2026
"Very fast and easy online booking system, very good rental scuba diving gear, great boat and very professional diving guide."Fernando · September 2022
"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 nice. Competent team.
A smile on top of that and it would have been 5 stars!
"Cedric · August 2024
From 95€ / day (2.5hrs)
Trial Scuba Diving in Nice - Discovery Package (2 dives)If you know that a simple trial dive won't be enough for you, then you should consider our discovery package! In addition to the 20-minute trial dive, you will be able to do a second exploratory dive of 40 minutes. One thing is certain: you will discover the unique feeling of floating in the water and be amazed by the underwater world of the Mediterranean Sea. Throughout the dives, you will be supervised by a state-certified instructor, who will ensure your safety and explain everything about the use of the equipment. Dive Area We have about ten sites available, most of which are in the bay of Villefranche where the diving conditions are always safe. The water is clear and the visibility is excellent. You will be able to admire the magnificent seabed full of sponges and other plants. You will also have the opportunity to meet typical Mediterranean species such as sea breams, octopuses or starfish. Programme The meeting point is directly at the dive centre in Nice, 20 minutes before the scheduled time, where we will provide you with the equipment. One of our state-qualified instructors will give you a quick briefing on the use of the equipment and the basics of scuba diving. Then, you will board the boat, where we will put on our wetsuit. For your trial dive, you will go into the water, one by one, with the instructor, and be immersed for 20 minutes at 6 m maximum. For the next dive, you will be able to dive in groups of a maximum of 4 people per instructor, for 40 minutes. You can do the two dives on two consecutive or non-consecutive half-days. Included Services - Certified dive guide - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights) - Scuba tank (200 Bar) - Diving logbook Requirements - Minimum age: 12 years old - Swimming ability - Physical health - Doctor's certificate - If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lenses
From 195€ / 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)
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