"Baptism of the Sea: Diving on the Island of Elba"
Overview
Discover the magic of scuba diving by exploring the crystal clear waters and breathtaking seabed of the Island of Elba.
This unique experience offers you:
- **A safe and guided first approach:** ideal for beginners, with experienced and certified instructors who will accompany you step by step.
- **A close encounter with marine life:** From colourful schools of fish to biodiversity-rich seabeds, every dive is an adventure.
- **Dream location:** Elba Island is renowned for the beauty of its underwater landscapes and the clarity of its waters.
- **Personalized experience:** restricted groups to ensure attention and support to each participant.
Perfect for those looking for emotions, relaxation and an indelible memory of their holiday on Elba.
What's Included
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Dinghy trip, instructor
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Via A. de Gasperi
16, 57038 Cavo LI, Italy
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
Live an unforgettable underwater experience on the Island of Elba with our 'Baptism of the Sea'.
In half a day, you will learn the basics of diving and discover the hidden treasures of this fantastic island!.
Details of the Experience:
Safety: "Individual assistance from certified instructors to ensure a safe and enjoyable dive."
Equipment: "All necessary diving equipment is provided, including wetsuit, tank and mask."
Itinerary: "Departure from the meeting point near the Mokambo restaurant, brief introductory briefing, followed by an outing by dinghy to the best sites according to weather conditions.
The areas chosen can be: Isola dei Topi, Isola di Palmaiola, Cala Mandriola, Scoglio di Ortano.
All sites are of high interest for the required experience, and guarantee safety, clear water and encounters with marine life.
"Feel the thrill of breathing underwater, swimming in zero gravity and interacting with local marine life."
"Perfect for beginners and adventure enthusiasts, this experience will leave you with indelible memories of the deep sea of the Island of Elba."
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
- You have to know how to swim
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (11)
Q: Do I need to have previous Scuba experience for this activity?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-382080P3
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 7 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (11)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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No, you don’t need to have any previous Scuba experience, but you must be able to swim without a flotation device.
Mar 2022Participants in the “Baptism of the Sea: Diving on the Island of Elba” 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 (CET).
- Use of SCUBA equipment.
- Dinghy trip, instructor.
- Gratuities.
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 10..
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 "Baptism of the Sea: Diving on the Island of Elba" is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- You have to know how to swim
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for “Baptism of the Sea: Diving on the Island of Elba” 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
- Dinghy trip, instructor
- Gratuities
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
- You have to know how to swim
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
