Portugal · DIVING TRIPS IN MADEIRA
Good diving trips in Madeira fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Beginner scuba in Funchal, Madeira: PADI-led pool practice, then a guided sea session on a private reef with Atlantic marine life.
“Not very confident in the water but absolutely loved this. Instructor was great and very reassuring and after your training in the pool I felt very comfortable and it was easy. Excited to try an intermediate one”
Beginner-friendly scuba practice in Funchal, Madeira. Pool training, a 45-minute reef session to 12m, English guides, and a certificate.
“Brilliant instructor, really easy-going. Gave a clear but informative lesson and a very chill and interesting dive! Super cool ^^”
First-time scuba starter in Funchal, Madeira: theory, pool practice, one open-water session to 12 m, equipment and certificate included.
“I had a great time, it was my first time scuba diving so I wasn’t sure what to expect but the instructor was very patient and very helpful with learning what we needed before heading to sea. I had an amazing experience and thoroughly recommend to anyone thinking about trying!”
Scuba inside Madeira Aquarium in Porto Moniz, with a small group, gear included, and hands-on training in natural pools before meeting sharks and rays.
“The guide is attentive and educational. He takes care of all the participants. He knows the underwater life well and explains it well. It was a very nice experience.”
Pick the coast, the wine, the water or the walk.
