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Great experience
Hernan was great. He is very experienced had was very supportive and patient with us. We had a great experience!!
First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $48 / person
- Location
- Funchal, Portugal
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 289 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 4
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Azul Diving Madeira
- Meeting point
- Please watch this video to find easily our location:
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $48
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 21 of the next 52 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Use of SCUBA equipment
All Fees and Taxes
Professional instructor
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
289 reviews
How it compares in Funchal
- No. 20 by number of reviews among 575 tours in Funchal
- Starting price $48 is 24% below the typical $63 for tours of similar length in Funchal
Excurgo comparison of 575 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure take?
First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure lasts about 2h 30min.
How much does First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure cost?
Prices start at $48 per person for this Funchal experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM.
Does First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure sell out?
It can: 21 of the next 52 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please watch this video to find easily our location:. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 4 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 289 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Azul Diving Madeira.
Reviews(289)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Great experience! Diving with "Scotch"..
I had my first diving experience on 08/25. Okay, I was a bit lucky! The diving course normally consists of a group of four people and one diving instructor. However, I was the only one on that day. The course was not postponed or canceled, but carried out as agreed. After an intensive briefing on the function of the equipment and communication underwater, we then went into the pool for the first test run. After that, we went straight into the sea. The diving instructor "Scotch" was always attentive and noticed immediately when some help was needed. He also checked in regularly to see if everything was okay with me. My first dive therefore became a complete success and a mega experience. Definitely recommended!!!
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A heartfelt thank you 🌊💙
A heartfelt thank you 🌊💙 We had a wonderful female guide today – unfortunately, I didn’t catch her name. She told us she is from Porto. She was such a warm, friendly and patient person and took wonderful care of all of us throughout the whole experience. While we were snorkeling, she took photos and videos of everyone. The pictures, and especially the videos, turned out absolutely beautiful! 🤿📸 What impressed me most was that she repeatedly dived underwater to capture these amazing moments for us. The videos are truly fantastic and will give us wonderful memories of this special day. A big thank you to our lovely, kind and very attractive guide for making our day so special! 🌊🐠💙
R
Great induction to scuba
Had an amazing introduction to scuba session today with Azul Diving. All the staff are brilliant especially Hernan and Jessi. My 14 year old daughter was a bit nervous but Hernan was great with her and we all had an amazing time in the ocean.
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Super happy.
Super happy to have come to do my introductory dive at this club! The whole team was wonderful. Even though I am French and I speak neither English, nor Portuguese, nor Spanish, I still managed to make myself understood, and the instructors were able to communicate with me without difficulty. I had already done another dive on the island, but the experience had been quite chaotic. This time, everything went perfectly and I am delighted with this morning. I will return with great pleasure to go discover the shipwreck. A big thank you to the whole team for your welcome, your professionalism and your good humor!
E
A very good experience!
The professionals are welcoming, reassuring, and smiling, which makes for an excellent first experience. The place is very pleasant and offers beautiful underwater landscapes to discover the world of diving. I highly recommend it!
S
Very beautiful experience
Magnificent first diving experience with my 12-year-old son. Marius the instructor was great at explaining things to him and putting him at ease. I recommend it for travelers who speak French.
S
I almost chickened out
I honestly was doing this for my husband on our honeymoon. I’m not comfortable in the ocean and I almost backed out twice when we were practicing in the pool. Hernan was amazing and helped me relax and to enjoy the experience. We did the dive and everything was great. I would say I’m nothing close to a natural but I would give it another shot again sometime!
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Happy honeymooners
We were so happy with our diving experience at Azul. The team was very knowledgeable, friendly, and safety focused. Marius took us around the waters near the shore and we saw seahorses, octopuses, and many reef fish. The time flew by!
C
Super dive school with fine vibe
Neatly received and neat explanation Instructor Maria Sousa was very quiet and well I've done a trial before and she had an eye for the underwater world after all the instructions Highly recommended
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