Scuba Diving in Athens: Learn & Dive the Aegean
Theory, training, then underwater in the Aegean
A scuba diving class in Athens where you learn the basics from certified instructors, practice in shallow water, then dive in the Vouliagmeni area. The session runs four hours and includes all equipment, dive insurance, and professional guidance. Children from age 10 are welcome, and the class is led in English or Polish.
What’s included
- All SCUBA equipment and wetsuits.
- professional certified instruction throughout.
- dive insurance.
- transportation from the diving center to the dive site.
- photos or video of your dive.
- certification of completion if requested.
- water and coffee at the diving center.
- Tuesday to Saturday 12:00
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Learn to scuba dive in Athens with certified instructors guiding you through theory, equipment training.
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The experience
You start at the diving center with theory: how pressure changes underwater, how to breathe through the regulator, hand signals for communication, and how the SCUBA kit works. After you fill out a medical self-evaluation form, the instructor walks you through the equipment piece by piece so nothing feels foreign when you put it on. Then you drive to the dive site with the team.
At the water's edge, you suit up in your wetsuit and assemble the full SCUBA kit. The instructor leads you into shallow water where you can stand, shows you how to access each part of your gear, and runs through simple exercises: clearing your mask, controlling your breathing, moving with the equipment on. Once you're confident, you leave the surface and start the underwater dive. The instructor stays with you the whole time, watching your technique and pointing out what you're seeing in the Aegean.
You get professional photos or video of the dive, a certificate of completion if you want it, and water or coffee back at the center. Transportation from the diving center to the dive site is included. If you need pickup from your hotel in central Athens, that's available on request for an extra cost, so contact the center at least 24 hours ahead to arrange it.
Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Polish.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (10 to 17 years). Children under 10 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 24 h before the start.
What do I learn before I get in the water?
Theory covers pressure changes, breathing underwater through the regulator, hand signals to communicate with your instructor, and how each part of the SCUBA equipment works. You'll practice simple exercises in shallow water (clearing your mask, controlling your breath, moving with the gear on) before the actual dive begins.
Where exactly do I dive in Athens?
The dive takes place in the Vouliagmeni area, a coastal zone near Athens known for clear Mediterranean waters. You'll start in shallow water where you can stand, then move deeper as you gain confidence with the equipment.
Is this suitable for someone who's never dived before?
Yes. The class is designed for beginners. Certified instructors guide you through every step, from the theory session to the underwater exercises, and they stay with you during the dive. Children from age 10 can participate, and the class suits all fitness levels.
What's included in the price?
All SCUBA equipment, wetsuits, professional instruction, dive insurance, certification of completion if you request it, photos or video of your dive, and transportation from the diving center to the dive site. Water and coffee are provided at the center before and after.
How long does the whole thing take?
Four hours from start to finish, including theory, equipment training, the drive to the site, and the underwater dive itself. This leaves room for other activities earlier or later in your day.
Operated by Nautilus Dive Center. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
Prices and times updated 9 days ago
Scuba Diving in Athens: Learn & Dive the Aegean
4h · EN +1
from € 90 per person
≈ US$ 101 in your currency
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