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Scuba Diving near Portorož

The best locations for scuba diving near Portorož are Vrsar, Rovinj and Pula city. In the area of Portorož you can find even more scuba diving locations.
Vrsar is the closest scuba diving location and is 66 km away from Portorož. You can reach it in about 54 min by car.

  • Trial Dive in Vrsar for Beginners from Starfish Diving Center Vrsar.
    The car route on the map to go from Portorož to Vrsar, where you can go scuba diving.
    Vrsar
    66 km from Portorož (54 min by car)
    10Customer recommendations
    12Scuba diving offers
    Vrsar: Popular Scuba Dives
    Trial Dive in Vrsar for Beginners from Starfish Diving Center Vrsar.
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    Trial Dive in Vrsar for Beginners
    "Everything went perfectly. From the warm welcome to the fish greetings. Simply fantastic. Zoé is the best.🤿🌞😎"Stéphane, July 29, 2025
    From 90€ / day (2hrs)
    PADI Rescue Diver Course in Vrsar for Certified Divers from Starfish Diving Center Vrsar.
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    PADI Rescue Diver Course in Vrsar for Certified DiversEvery now and then, problems in the water occur. However, with the right knowledge, most of them can be prevented. So why not take a course in which you learn exactly how to recognize and prevent such situations? At the same time, you will improve your diving skills increasing your self-confidence underwater. Goal of the course The aim of this course is to improve your diving skills and strengthen your confidence underwater. You can prevent problematic situations and react accordingly to emergency situations. In addition, you will be able to identify and help other divers in emergencies during future dives. Meeting & Preparation At best, you come by our diving centre already 1-2 days before the beginning of the course, so we can get to know each other, and we can already take care of the bureaucracy. Otherwise, we meet at the agreed time at our diving centre in Vrsar. If you arrive by car, free parking is available at the centre or at the camping site car park. There you get to know your PADI instructor and get a briefing about the premises and the exact procedure of the course. Course content The focus of the course is to practice problem-solving skills until they become a habit. You will also learn how to become a better buddy. By expanding your theoretical knowledge with the help of a book, DVD, and instructor presentation and by doing various rescue exercises in the water, you strengthen your diving skills. Some topics in the course are self-rescue, emergency management and the rescue of other divers. Included Activities - 2 final rescue scenarios - Theory Lessons Included Services - Certified PADI diving instructor - Rescue Manual - Scuba tank (200 Bar for all dives) - PADI registration fee & certificate Requirements - Minimum age: 12 years - Physical health - Swimming ability - (Junior) Open Water Diver certificate - Completion of the Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive - First Aid Course (completed within the past 2 years)
    From 510€ / day (7hrs)
    PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course in Vrsar from Starfish Diving Center Vrsar.
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    PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course in Vrsar
    "Friendly team, uncomplicated and interesting dive destinations."Edgardo, August 28, 2023
    From 390€ / day (7hrs)
  • The car route on the map to go from Portorož to Rovinj, where you can go scuba diving.
    Rovinj
    71 km from Portorož (60 min by car)
    23Customer recommendations
    6Scuba diving offers
    Rovinj: Popular Scuba Dives
    Trial Scuba Diving for Beginners in Veštar Bay
    "This was our second dive. The previous one, which took place elsewhere, had been a bit too traumatic due to a lack of proper instructions. We decided to give it another try, and it went much better! The instructors were very clear in their explanations, and the training progressed gradually—just as it should. I’m very happy that after this positive experience, my partner is finally convinced to get a scuba diving license!"Paola+, August 13, 2025
    From 75€ / day
    Trial Scuba Diving for Beginners in Rovinj
    "Chill Stuff, and always looking forward if everything is safe with you. We had our first time diving and it was an unforgetable moment"Bence, July 3, 2024
    From 75€ / day
    SSI Junior Open Water Diver Course in Rovinj (10-14 y.)
    "A very nice team"Benjamin, September 4, 2025
    From 450€ / day (5hrs)
  • The car route on the map to go from Portorož to Pula city, where you can go scuba diving.
    Pula city
    96 km from Portorož (75 min by car)
    29Customer recommendations
    6Scuba diving offers
    Pula city: Popular Scuba Dives
    Snorkeling Boat Trip from Pula
    "Nice tour, really nice captain and the parking situation at the hotel is great! This is very convenient without having to look for a parking space"Jan, August 17, 2022
    From 35€ / day (2.5hrs)
    Advanced Open Water Diver Course in PulaHave you already completed your Open Water Diver and are now ready to take the next step in the world of scuba diving? Start your Advanced Open Water Diver course with us, right here in Pula on the Istrian Peninsula. The course is organized by our experts, and it's designed to advance your diving skills, build confidence as well as expand your scuba diving abilities through different Adventure Dives. Dive into the emerald waters of the Croatian sea and feel the adrenaline of exploring this hidden underwater world. Goal of the course The goal of this course is to deepen your diving knowledge and learn how to deal with deep dives and underwater navigation. The Deep and Underwater Navigation dives are obligatory, the remaining three Adventure Dives you can choose from the long available list. Meeting & Preparation We meet directly at our base (free parking available) where you meet your instructor, receive your equipment, learning materials and the safety briefing. From there, you are ready to start your diving adventure! Course content - Day 1: 1 Adventure Dive - Day 2: 1 Adventure Dive - Day 3: 1 Adventure Dive - Day 4: 1 Adventure Dive - Day 5: 1 Adventure Dive Included activities - 5 Adventure Dives Included services - Certified PADI/SSI diving instructor - High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, regulator, jacket, weights) - PADI/SSI registration fee & certificate - Fresh drinking water on the boat - Scuba tank (200 Bar) Requirements - Certified Open Water Diver - Minimum age: 15 years
    From 390€ / day (2.5hrs)
    Open Water Diver Course in Pula for Beginners
    "A fantastic diving instructor with an incredible wealth of experience. To my advantage, they made sure I had a German-speaking diving instructor for my Open Water Diver course. Excellent! All questions were answered thoroughly and professionally. I felt safe at all times. You also get tips and tricks on all aspects of recreational diving. The Orca Dive Center is well-equipped and seems organized. I can definitely recommend it."Gerald, May 31, 2025
    From 485€ / day (3hrs)
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What customers love about scuba diving near Portorož

Trial Dive in Vrsar for Beginners
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Stéphane
"Everything went perfectly. From the warm welcome to the fish greetings. Simply fantastic. Zoé is the best.🤿🌞😎"
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Snorkeling Boat Trip from Pula
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Abigale
"We all had a great time, all staff experience & friendly, were going back tomorrow"
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Christiane
"Very attentive instructor and very helpful staff. Amazing experience, and I will definitely be back. It's highly recommended for anyone who wants to have a fantastic underwater experience."
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Open Water Diver Course in Pula for Beginners
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Are you a passionate explorer looking for a new challenge? Are you already waiting to dive deep into the emerald waves and feel what it's like to breathe underwater? The Open Water Diver course gives you a great opportunity to fully join the scuba diving family! Our expert dive instructors organize
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