Scuba Diving Introduction in Heraklion: First-Timer Friendly

Breathe underwater and discover what diving feels like

This scuba diving introduction in Heraklion is a 2.5-hour activity for first-timers who want to try diving without committing to a certification course. You spend 45 minutes learning the basics on land (equipment, hand signals, breathing technique), then 45 minutes in the water with a certified instructor exploring the sea life around Ligaria. No previous diving experience is necessary. You must be at least 12 years old and in reasonable physical condition.

The experience

The day starts with theoretical training on the fundamentals: how to use your diving equipment, how to communicate underwater with hand signals, and how to breathe and move in the water. A local certified instructor walks you through each step on land before you ever enter the water, so the moment you descend feels natural rather than shocking. This isn't a certification course. It's a direct answer to the question of whether diving is something you actually want to do.

Once you're in the water at Ligaria, you spend 45 minutes with your instructor exploring what's down there. You'll see the local sea life and get a real sense of what the underwater world looks like when you're actually in it, not just watching a video. The instructor stays with you the whole time, watching your breathing and your comfort level. You can take photos to remember it, though the memory of breathing underwater tends to stick on its own.

Two options are available at checkout: you can add hotel pickup and transfer to the dive site, or you can arrange your own way there. Public transportation runs nearby if you're traveling without a car. The activity runs 2.5 hours total, so it fits into a morning or afternoon without consuming your whole day.

What’s included

• Training on breathing, hand signals and equipment use.
• all scuba gear.
• 45 minutes in the water with a certified instructor.
• sea life exploration at Ligaria.

Options for this experience

2 options

DSD scuba, pickup not includedGuide in 4 languages · 10:00

DSD scuba with transfer includedGuide in 4 languages · 10:00Transfer

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesThursday to SaturdayDeparts at 10:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish, French, German and Greek

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h 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.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Sailingcrete

Is this one for you?Choose this if you're curious about diving but not ready to commit to a certification course. You get the real experience in a single afternoon without the classroom time. Add the transfer option if you're arriving without a rental car and want one less thing to figure out.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French, German and Greek.

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 24 h before the start.

Do I need any diving experience to do this?

No previous diving experience is necessary. This introduction is designed for first-timers who want to try scuba without enrolling in a certification course. The instructor teaches you everything you need to know before you enter the water.

What's included in the 2.5 hours?

The activity includes 45 minutes of theoretical training on land covering equipment use, hand signals and breathing technique, plus 45 minutes in the water with your certified instructor exploring Ligaria. Use of all scuba equipment is included.

How old do I need to be?

You must be at least 12 years old. No upper age limit exists, but you should be in reasonable physical condition. The activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health.

Can I get a ride to the dive site?

Yes, one option includes hotel pickup and transfer to the location. The other option lets you arrange your own transport. Public transportation is available nearby.

Will I be able to take photos underwater?

Yes, you can bring a camera or phone to capture photos during your time in the water, though most divers find the experience itself is what stays with them.