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.
"The staff were accommodating."stewart andrew · September 2023
From 849€ / day (6hrs)
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
"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
"Nico is a great guide! lovely experience both on the boat, on the road (at the sea) and in the water, snorkeling close to Villefranche-sur-Mer."Alrun · July 2026
From 45€ / day (2hrs)
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
"It was our first time diving, and we felt very well taken care of. The team was very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was great, and they even provided snacks. An experience we will definitely repeat."
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