First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure
Overview
Discover the amazing sensation of scuba diving in the sparkling blue sea of Madeira. Explore new worlds, make new friends, and enjoy a unique activity.
What's Included
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- All Fees and Taxes
- Professional instructor
Meeting Location
Rua Carvalho Araújo
9000-022 Funchal, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Does scuba diving fascinate you and you have always wanted to try it out? Then this experience to try scuba diving in Madeira is the perfect activity for you during your stay in Madeira! Try scuba diving in Madeira and take your first breath underwater with us!
Diving is much easier than you might think! Be ready to enjoy the new challenge and dive into a new world! It can be arranged in one morning, otherwise the second dive can be planned during the afternoon, or in a different day.First, we will give you a theory lesson about scuba diving, we will then go for a first dive in shallow water in our swimming pool. Once you feel safe and know how to handle the equipment, you’re ready for the real deal! Your diving instructor will take you for a dive in the sea to explore the amazing underwater world of Madeira! The dive will take about 45/50 minutes at a maximum depth of 12 meters (40 feet).
1 theory briefing in Azul Diving Center’s classroom
1 swimming pool session
1 “real” dive in the sea, maximum depth: 12 mt/40 feet
Complete scuba diving equipment
Certificate of Recognition which authorizes to continue a diving adventure.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Do not fly on the 12 hours after the experience
- You need to know how to swim
- For your safety, all participants complete a short PADI medical questionnaire before diving. If you have any medical conditions or take medication, we recommend checking the form before booking:: https://learning.padi.com/dsd?store_number=28400
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-39129P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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Participants in the First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.
The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.
Jun 2024If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Use of SCUBA equipment.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Professional instructor.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Do not fly on the 12 hours after the experience
- You need to know how to swim
- For your safety, all participants complete a short PADI medical questionnaire before diving. If you have any medical conditions or take medication, we recommend checking the form before booking:: https://learning.padi.com/dsd?store_number=28400
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- All Fees and Taxes
- Professional instructor
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Do not fly on the 12 hours after the experience
- You need to know how to swim
- For your safety, all participants complete a short PADI medical questionnaire before diving. If you have any medical conditions or take medication, we recommend checking the form before booking:: https://learning.padi.com/dsd?store_number=28400
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
