Scuba Diving
First Scuba Dive in La Maddalena, Archipelago National Parks, Sardinia
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Organized by Scuba Point
La Maddalena, Sardinia
3 hrs
From€150
Discover Scuba Diving in La Maddalena, Sardinia
Take your first breath underwater in complete safety with a dedicated instructor on this introductory dive in La Maddalena, Sardinia!
Discover Scuba Diving in La Maddalena, Sardinia
From€145
4 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 10 years-old and up
4 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 10 years-old and up
Practical information
Discover scuba diving on your first dive in La Maddalena, lasting around 20 minutes, accompanied by your dedicated instructor. Allow a total of 3 to 4 hours for this activity.
- Benefit from ultra-personalised supervision with one instructor per diver for a safe and reassuring immersion.
- Discover crystal-clear waters, granite landscapes and the “little Caribbean of Europe” atmosphere of La Maddalena.
- Enjoy a complete boat experience including a short sail (20–30 minutes), a snack on board and observation of rich marine life such as groupers, octopuses and barracudas.
Course of events
Please allow 3 to 4 hours in total for this activity.
- Arrive at the dive centre, where toilets and showers are available on site, and attend an initial briefing with a presentation of the equipment (15 to 20 minutes).
- Prepare and fit the equipment before boarding the boat (15 minutes).
- Sail towards the La Maddalena Marine Park (20 to 30 minutes).
- Attend a technical briefing at sea followed by shallow-water exercises (20 to 30 minutes).
- Enjoy a supervised first dive to a depth of 12 metres (approximately 20 minutes).
- Take the opportunity to swim while waiting for other participants to complete their dive.
- Enjoy a snack break with biscuits, tea and water included on board.
- Return by boat to the dive centre and take part in a debriefing of the experience (30 to 60 minutes).
- Make use of the shower facilities available at the dive centre.
Activity requirements
You need to be able to swim to take part in this activity.
For this activity, you must not have any of the following contraindications: respiratory problems (exertional asthma), heart problems, ENT problems, lung problems, diabetes or epilepsy. If in doubt, don't hesitate to contact us or consult a doctor.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Special terms
This activity is not suitable for pregnant women.
This activity is open to people with disabilities, depending on the nature of their disability: please contact us before booking so that we can confirm whether or not you are able to take part.
Diving generally takes place around the island of Caprera, in well-protected coves. The exact location of the dive will depend on the weather conditions at the time and the dives planned for the morning.
An accompanying person may be present on the boat without taking part in the dive, provided there is sufficient space on board. In this case, they will be required to pay €55 for their place on board.
If the dive has to be rescheduled because of the weather, your instructor will inform you the day before or at the latest on the morning of the day of the activity.
You can leave your personal belongings at the dive centre or on the boat.
If you wish, you can arrange to meet the team at Areamare one day before the dive. You will then receive a briefing and have the opportunity to try out the equipment.
Participants who wear glasses can bring their own mask adapted to their eyesight. Otherwise, please ask your optician if you wish to wear contact lenses during the activity.
Please note you are not allowed to fly for up to 24 hours after your last dive.
Spoken languages:
Italian, English, FrenchIncluded
- Certified PADI Instructor
- Boat trip
- Latest diving equipment from Mares and Aqualung
- 1 dive
- Biscuits, water and tea
- Entry fees of the national park
Do not forget to bring
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Sunscreen that respects the marine ecosystem
- Cap
- Sunglasses
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Practical information
Meeting point:
AREAMARE Diving Center, 52 Via Amerigo Vespucci, 07021 Cannigione. There is free parking in front of the centre and pay parking along the road by the sea.
Spoken languages:
Italian, English, FrenchCancellation: Flexible
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Here to assist you 7/7About the activity
La Maddalena is the largest islet off the north-eastern coast of Sardinia. Renowned for its crystal-clear waters — with temperatures ranging between 25 and 30°C — and its spectacular scenery, it is a must-visit destination for scuba diving enthusiasts in Sardinia. Beneath these translucent waters, you may encounter grouper, schools of salema, barracuda, nudibranchs, octopuses, and much more! Why not go and meet them on an introductory dive in La Maddalena? No prior experience is required — all you need is to be able to swim.
This introductory diving experience from Cannigione begins at the AREAMARE dive centre. There, you'll meet a team of PADI-certified professionals ready to share their passion for the underwater world with patience and expertise. To start with, they'll introduce you to their up-to-date diving equipment and explain how to use it. You'll then travel by boat to the La Maddalena Marine Nature Reserve in a small group of no more than 8 participants and get ready to dive (with one instructor per participant during the immersion).
The session begins with a few training dives in shallow water, and once you feel comfortable, you'll be able to dive to a depth of up to 12 metres. In total, you'll spend approximately 20 minutes underwater, always guided by your experienced instructor who will be there to ensure your safety throughout. The time will fly by as you encounter one new sensation after another — weightlessness, the exploration of an unknown world, the discovery of species you've never seen before. This introductory dive in La Maddalena promises an unforgettable experience!
On your return to the base, you'll be able to freshen up with a shower before continuing your day in Sardinia in comfort. What are you waiting for? Book this introductory dive in La Maddalena without delay — it's sure to leave you wanting to dive again!
Reviews
Average rating
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Smilla M., Switzerland — 04/08/2024
5/5
It was a great first experience to get a feeling of what it is like to scuba dive. It felt so surreal to breathe under water.
Julien D., France — 26/07/2022
5/5
Nous avons passé un moment à la hauteur de nos attentes avec une équipe sympathique, un spot de plongée merveilleux et une expérience globale très appréciée par tous !
Manuela O., Spain — 21/07/2022
5/5
Vivir una inmersión ha sido como volar
Cyrielle H., Canada — 07/09/2025
5/5
Incroyable !
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