Scuba Diving in Amorgos: Introductory Dive with SSI Instructor

You'll discover what it feels like to breathe 5 meters down in the Aegean.

Introductory scuba diving in Amorgos on Aegiali Beach with a professional SSI instructor and small group of up to 10 people. The 2.5-hour activity teaches basic safety and underwater skills in pool-like bay conditions before any open-water practice, suitable for beginners and children from age 8. Choose morning or afternoon departure. The instructor speaks English, French or Greek.

The experience

Aegiali Beach is where you meet your SSI instructor and small group, check in at the dive center, and learn the safety guidelines you'll need before entering the water. The briefing covers how to wear and move in scuba gear, what breathing underwater actually feels like, and the basic skills that carry over to full certification if you decide to continue. This is not a certification course. It's a chance to find out whether diving suits you, with an experienced professional watching the whole time.

The dive itself happens in confined conditions: shallow bay waters off the beach, no deeper than 5 meters, where the water stays calm and clear. You practice first in these pool-like depths before any move to open water, so there's no rush and no surprises. The whole experience runs 2.5 hours from arrival to checkout. Professional scuba equipment is included, and the instructor adjusts the pace to your comfort. This is small-group diving, which means personalized attention instead of being one of twenty faces.

Morning and afternoon slots both depart from Aegiali Beach. Pick whichever fits your day. Children from age 8 are welcome, and the dive center is wheelchair accessible. If you speak French or Greek, your instructor can teach in either language, though English is also available.

What’s included

• Professional SSI instructor.
• full scuba equipment (wetsuit, tank, regulator, buoyancy control device and all other gear needed).

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Apr 2027

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AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Youth (11 to 17 years) · Child (8 to 10 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish, French 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.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Amorgos Diving Center

Is this one for you?Small groups of up to 10 keep the ratio of instructor attention high, which matters when you're learning to breathe underwater for the first time. Morning or afternoon timing lets you fit the dive around the rest of your day on the island.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French and Greek.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 17 years); Child (8 to 10 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

What does the 2.5-hour activity actually include?

The time covers your arrival and check-in at the dive center, a safety briefing with your SSI instructor, the confined-water practice in the bay, and any open-water time before you return to shore. All scuba equipment is provided.

How deep do you go on an introductory dive in Amorgos?

Confined dives stay at 5 meters or less in the shallow bay off Aegiali Beach, where the water is calm and visibility is good. You practice basic skills in these shallow waters before any transition to open water.

Can I choose between morning and afternoon?

Yes. Both morning and afternoon dives depart from Aegiali Beach dive center. You pick the time that works for your schedule when you book.