Cyprus: Scuba Diving Try Dive in Protaras with Photos & Pickup

Summary

First-time scuba diving in Protaras with family-run guides and free underwater photos

You’ll step straight into clear Cypriot waters with expert local instructors guiding you every step — from learning scuba basics to spotting sea turtles together. All equipment is provided and sanitized; photos and videos are included free so you can relive those first underwater breaths long after you’ve dried off.

What’s the experience like?

We shuffled down to the dive shop in Protaras, a little nervous, but the team was already cracking jokes — I think they could sense it. Li, our instructor, handed me my wetsuit (still a bit damp from the last group, not gonna lie) and showed us how to check the air tank. There was this faint salty smell mixed with neoprene that just sticks to your skin. The whole place felt like a family kitchen at breakfast: busy but somehow welcoming.

After a quick ride — barely two minutes — we were at this bay I’d never have found on my own. The water looked glassy and weirdly blue. Li explained the hand signals again (I kept mixing up “OK” and “go up”), then we waded in. Breathing underwater for the first time was... odd? Like my brain kept saying no, but my body wanted yes. My daughter squeezed my hand so tight I thought she’d never let go. But then you sort of forget about everything except the sound of your own bubbles.

I didn’t expect to see much on a try dive in Cyprus, but suddenly there was this flicker — a turtle gliding by, totally unbothered by us flapping around. Li grinned through his mask and pointed it out, and I swear that moment felt longer than it probably was. He snapped some photos (which they send you later for free), though honestly I think my face is just wide-eyed panic in most of them. Coming back up felt strange too — like stepping out of another world into sunlight that seemed sharper than before.

We dried off on the rocks while the kids giggled about how weird their hair looked after diving. Someone handed out juice boxes and I just sat there for a second, quietly buzzing from it all. It’s funny — I still remember that rubbery wetsuit smell more than anything else.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Try scuba diving experience

• Learn basic scuba equipment
• Practice hand signals underwater
• Try shallow water skills
• Complete first dive
• Receive photos and videos

Top questions

How long does the try scuba diving experience last?

About 3 hours from start to finish, including briefing and time in the water.

Is hotel pickup included for this scuba diving tour?

Yes, private transportation is provided as part of your booking.

Are children allowed on this try dive in Protaras?

Yes, children from 8 years old can participate with adult supervision.

Do I need previous diving experience?

No prior experience is needed; beginners are welcome.

Are photos or videos included?

Yes, all underwater photos and videos are included at no extra cost.

Is the activity wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and transportation options are wheelchair accessible.

What should I bring for my try dive?

You only need swimwear; all scuba equipment is supplied by the dive center.

Can pregnant travelers join this activity?

No, it’s not recommended for pregnant travelers due to safety reasons.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation from your accommodation to the dive shop and bay near Protaras, full use of sanitized scuba equipment for your try dive session, expert guidance from local instructors throughout the experience, plus all underwater photos and videos sent to you afterward at no extra charge before heading back relaxed (and maybe still smelling faintly of wetsuit).