Open Water Diving in Lloret de Mar on the Costa Brava
In summary
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Sports
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Duration6 days
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LevelBeginner
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DestinationCatalonia / Costa Brava
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AgeFrom 10 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions28.62 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
French
English
Spanish
German
Russian
In a few words
Get started with scuba diving on the Mediterranean coast and earn your Open Water Diver certification in Lloret de Mar. This trip will teach you the fundamentals to dive independently to a depth of 18 meters , while discovering an accessible and rich marine environment.
The training combines theory , shallow water exercises, and open water dives , with progression supervised by professionals. You will learn to master your equipment, manage your buoyancy , communicate underwater, and apply essential safety rules.
As you dive, explore the Mediterranean seabed teeming with colorful fish , starfish and typical rocky formations, providing an ideal setting for a gentle introduction.
Thanks to small groups and personalized support, you progress at your own pace in a friendly and safe environment.
At the end of the stay, you leave with an international certification , a true passport to explore the seas and oceans of the world with complete confidence.
The highlights
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Personalized support to learn safely and at your own pace
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Clear waters, varied sites and perfect conditions for starting out in diving
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Experienced professionals, passionate about the sea and teaching
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Sport
Level
Scuba diving
In figures
Diving
- 2 average daily practices
- Maximum depth: 18 m
Management
French
English
Spanish
German
Russian
Program
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Arrival
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Depending on your arrival time, you will check into your accommodation.
Day 1 -
Session 1 of the course
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 2
- Maximum depth (in m) 8 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
A complete presentation of diving equipment and instruction on how to assemble the gear. Introduction to the basics of diving and the first session in the water with fundamental exercises. A first dive of approximately 30 minutes to discover breathing and buoyancy underwater.
Day 2 -
Sessions 2 and 3
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 2
- Maximum depth (in m) 8 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Session 2
The students will assemble the equipment and learn pre-dive checks with their buddy . The dive will take place in the sea, practicing basic skills such as breath control, mask clearing, and regulator recovery. Diving techniques will be refined, and skills learned will be practiced. Participants will work on buoyancy, underwater communication, equipment management, and developing autonomy with their buddy through several progressive dives.
Session 3
Third dive at sea to develop confidence and improve techniques.
Session times
The training sessions take place in two time slots during the day:
- Morning session: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Afternoon session: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
These sessions include theory, equipment preparation, briefing, and training dives.
Day 3 -
Sessions 4 and 5 - Refining Techniques
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 2
- Maximum depth (in m) 18 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Refinement of diving techniques and repetition of learned skills. Work on buoyancy, underwater communication, equipment management and autonomy with one's buddy, with several progressive immersions.
Day 4 -
Session 6 - Boat Trip
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Boat trip to a dive site near Lloret de Mar. Learning the backroll entry from the boat, diving to a depth of 18 meters , and performing the safety procedure before surfacing. A final dive to fully enjoy the experience and consolidate all the skills acquired.
Day 5 -
Departure
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
At the end of your stay, you will vacate your room in the morning.
Day 6
Note
Some activities may be modified, postponed or cancelled in case of adverse weather conditions or rough seas, in order to ensure the safety of participants.
Respecting these rules and following the instructors' instructions allows you to have a safe, enjoyable and unforgettable underwater experience.
Accommodation
Just a 16-minute walk from your dive center, enjoy a comfortable establishment with a heated pool for ideal recovery.
Located just a 12-minute walk from your diving center, enjoy a 4-star establishment with a supervised swimming pool for your comfort.
Access
Go to the starting point
From Blanes:
Bus to Lloret de Mar: approximately 20 minutes
Taxi: approximately 15 minutes (€20-30)
From Girona:
Direct bus (Sagales / Moventis companies): approximately 45 minutes – 1 hour
Price details
The price includes
- Full diving equipment for the entire duration of the course
- Diving insurance valid for the entire duration of the training
- Supervision by a certified instructor
- Boat trip to the diving sites
- Access to the official course theory
- International Open Water Diver Certification Fees
- All the necessary equipment and support
- Accommodation according to the chosen package
- Accommodation according to the chosen package
The price does not include
- Flights
- Transfer to the site
- The tourist tax
- Personal expenses
- The tourist tax
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
- Meals according to the chosen package
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
