Madeira · SCUBA DIVING
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 11 diving trips worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Try scuba in Funchal with pool training, a PADI instructor, and a shallow Atlantic reef visit for $53 in a small group.
“Very well organised. Help provided as needed. Equipment clean and modern. Saw loads of fish and many types- very colourful. Strongly recommended.”
Try scuba in Madeira with pool training, expert guidance, and a 45-minute sea session to 12 meters off Funchal.
“It was our first time diving and we had a great time! Theo took the time to help us with the equipment and told us everything we needed to know before the dive. In the water he showed us different fish and sealife. We would definitely recommend this!”
Swim with sharks, rays, and morays at Madeira Aquarium in a small guided scuba session, with equipment, instruction, and natural pools included.
“Meine allererste Taucherfahrung, hat mich zwischendurch einiges an Überwindung gekostet, aber unser Tauchlehrer war einfach super und der Tag einer meiner Urlaubhighlights- kann es jedem nur empfehlen- ein einmaliges Erlebnis!”
Swim with sharks, rays, and mantas at Madeira Aquarium in Porto Moniz, with scuba instruction, natural pools, and a technical-zone tour.
“It was amazing! Super patient, funny and ambitious teacher. We never did diving before and he taught us everything we had to know. Swimming in the big aquarium was the absolute highlight, but also our first tries in the Lavapools were soooo good!”
Try scuba in Funchal with pool training, a shallow reef visit, PADI instruction, equipment, and insurance for $54.31.
“This was my first scuba diving experience and Miguel did an amazing job. We started with a on land theory training about equipments and breathing and moved on to pool training. Breathing with mouth and a regulator was so different from breathing with noses and swimming. I had problem getting used to it at the beginning and miguel reassured me that i would be alright. And when we moved to the ocean dive, i panicked after some water leaked into my regulator and i inhaled/ swallowed some water through both noses and mouth. I didn’t know what to do at the time with a regulator in my mouth because my…”
Earn your SSI Open Water certification in Madeira with pool practice, sea training, small groups, and a maximum depth of 18 meters.
“We did our advanced PADI with Azul dive centre”
Explore Madeira’s Funchal Eco Park on a small-group scuba tour with a guide, shallow Atlantic waters, colorful fish, and optional underwater gear.
“Awesome dive experience. So much wildlife. Professional shop and awesome guides. Did a wreck dive as well”
Explore Madeira’s 85-meter Afonso Cerqueira wreck, swim through its engine room and cafeteria, and meet marine life on a guided boat excursion.
“The best dive centre we have visited. The staff are extremely helpful and considerate. The dives were great but about 10 mins short. It would be great to have more air and get that extra few mins. However, by far the best PADI dive centre we have visited. Tq Oreo and Vladimir Ged and Jack”
Try scuba in Madeira with pool practice, expert guidance, and a 45-minute reef visit at Ponta São Lourenço for $53.
“Amazing experience, Nico the instructor was great at talking you through all the safety precautions and he explained clearly how to use the equipment which meant as a beginner I got the hang of it pretty quick once in the water, Nico took me on a scenic route around the ocean and we captured some really cool pics, will definitely be going again on the next visit, thanks Nico hope to see you again soon”
Try scuba in Madeira at Ponta de São Lourenço, with shallow-water training, a private reef, small groups, and marine life to spot.
“As professional as it gets and amazing diving! They only take small groups for a personalised experience, super professional team.”
Try scuba in Madeira with a private PADI or SSI lesson, sea session, equipment, and pickup. A practical first step before certification.
“En France, il existe une expression « être pris pour un pigeon »... nous avons eu le sentiment de nous être gentiment, mais sûrement, bien fait arnaquer !!Un conseil n’y allez pas.”
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