Protaras: Try Scuba Diving with Free Photos & Turtles

Your First Dive in Protaras, Three Hours Start to Finish

You learn the basics on land, practice in shallow water, then dive to see what's below: all in one morning or afternoon. The dive shop supplies every piece of equipment, handles the instruction, and gives you free photos and videos of the experience. Suitable from age 8 up, and they tailor the pace to how you're feeling.

Step-by-step itinerary

Try a scuba diving experience

• Receive basic equipment briefing
• Learn hand signals and skills
• Practice shallow water breathing
• Go on first dive
• Enjoy underwater photos and videos

The experience

"So you've never been underwater before?" That's how it starts at this family-run dive shop in Protaras. They don't assume anything. The whole experience is built around people trying scuba for the first time: no certification required, no experience needed. You show up, and they walk you through the equipment piece by piece: the tank, the regulator, the buoyancy vest. Everything is supplied and sterilized. They explain how it all works, teach you the hand signals you'll need to talk to your dive buddy underwater, and answer every question you have before you even get wet.

After about an hour of classroom work and gear checks, you head to a shallow bay just two minutes from the dive shop. This is where the real learning happens. You'll practice breathing through the regulator in shallow water, get comfortable with the equipment, and build confidence before you go deeper. Once your instructor is happy (and they won't move you forward until you are), you make your first real dive. If the conditions are right and luck is on your side, you might spot one of the sea turtles that live in these waters. The whole thing takes around three hours from start to finish, and they run dives in the morning or afternoon, seven days a week.

What sets this place apart is the photos. They're not an add-on or an upsell. Every diver gets underwater photos and videos of their experience included in the price. The team shoots throughout the dive, and you leave with footage of yourself down there: proof that you actually did it, and something you'll want to watch again. They're TripAdvisor's number one rated dive center in Protaras out of 75 companies, and that rating comes from people who've been through exactly what you're about to do.

What’s included

Your experience includes private transportation to and from the dive site, all scuba equipment (tank, regulator, buoyancy vest, wetsuit if needed), instruction in basic diving skills and hand signals, shallow-water practice in the bay, your first open-water dive, and underwater photos and videos of the entire experience at no extra cost.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:30 and 13:00

AgesAdult (18 to 65 years) · Senior (66 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (8 to 12 years) · Under 8: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “We can pick you up, an return you from your accommodation or hotel if you are within a 15km radius of our Dive Centre in Protaras.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditions

Operated by Sirens Dive Centre

Is this one for you?Right for anyone curious about scuba but hesitant to commit to a full certification course. The three-hour format means you get in the water and back out the same morning or afternoon, with no multi-day commitment.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, German and Greek.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (8 to 12 years). Under 8: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

Do I need scuba certification to try this?

No. This is an introductory experience for people with no diving background. You learn the basics during the session.

How long does the whole thing take?

Approximately three hours, including equipment instruction, shallow-water practice, and your first open-water dive.

What's included in the price?

All scuba equipment, instruction, the guided dives, and underwater photos and videos of your experience.

Do you dive in the morning or afternoon?

Both. They offer dives in the morning and afternoon, seven days a week.

Will I see marine life?

You might see turtles and other sea life depending on conditions, but sightings are not guaranteed.

Is this accessible for people with mobility concerns?

Yes, the dive shop and all facilities are wheelchair accessible. Discuss your specific needs when booking.

What if I'm nervous about going underwater?

The shallow-water practice session is designed to build confidence. Your instructor won't take you deeper until you're comfortable.