Diving for patented divers
Overview
The seabed of the coast of Taormina is rich in fish and crustaceans typical of the Mediterranean fauna.
Here the staff of the "Blue Sea Diving", (the only diving center in the bay of Mazzarò) awaits you to accompany you through wonderful dives.
The 13 diving points, chosen by our PADI / SSI instructors, are suitable for all levels of divers from beginners (Open water) to advanced (Advanced Open Water).
What's Included
- Snacks water, coffee, tea, biscuits, fruit on the boat
- Private transportation
- Use of SCUBA equipment
Meeting Location
Mazzarò bay
98039 Taormina ME, 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
-Presentation of the instructor to new divers.
-Briefing on the first diving point, on the safety rules, the description of the equipment, the trim, the breathing
-Dressing the equipment
-Transfer by boat to the diving point (max. 5 minutes)
-Diving (40/45 minutes with 1 instructor / divemaster with max. 4 divers)
-Return to the diving center (organized with shower and toilet)
- 1 hour surface interval (snacks, coffee, tea, water, biscuits)
-Debriefieng on the first dive
-Briefing on the second diving point and safety rules
-Transfer by boat to the diving point.
-Diving (40/45 minutes with 1 instructor with max. 4 divers)
-Return to the diving center.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- For packages longer than 2 dives, please note that the maximum number of dives per day is 2.
- For tours departing at 10 AM, the return is scheduled for 2 / 2.30 PM
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 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-227834P5
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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 Diving for patented divers 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks. water, coffee, tea, biscuits, fruit on the boat.
- Private transportation.
- Use of SCUBA equipment.
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 Diving for patented divers is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Diving for patented divers 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
- Snackswater, coffee, tea, biscuits, fruit on the boat
- Private transportation
- Use of SCUBA equipment
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- For packages longer than 2 dives, please note that the maximum number of dives per day is 2.
- For tours departing at 10 AM, the return is scheduled for 2 / 2.30 PM
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
