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Try scuba diving in the Balearic Islands

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In summary

Sports

Scuba diving
Duration
7 days
Level
Beginner

Levels

Scuba diving

Beginner

This level is open to everyone. You know how to swim but have never dived or tried scuba diving.

Intermediate

You have already dived to a depth of 20 meters with an instructor. You hold a Level 1, CMAS 1, or Open Water Diver (PADI or SSI) certification.

Confirmed

You have already dived to a depth of 30 meters with an instructor. You hold a Level 2 or CMAS 2 certification, or Advanced Open Water Diver + Deep Diver (PADI or SSI).

Advanced

You have previously dived autonomously with one or two partners to depths of up to 60 meters and have completed at least 50 open-water dives. You hold a Level 3, CMAS 3-Star Expert, or RIFAP certification.

Expert

You are a dive guide, have previously dived autonomously to depths of up to 60m, and have completed at least 60 open-water dives. You hold the Level 3, CMAS 3-Star Expert, or RIFAP certification. You possess the 5 theoretical competencies required by the FFESSM.
Destination
Balearic Islands / Minorca
Age
From the age of 18
CO₂-Emissions
86.38 kg CO2
Type of stay

This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.

Type of stay
Independent traveler

In a few words

If you've never dived but dream of exploring the underwater world, this trip is for you! Just a few hours' flight from France, the Balearic Islands await. In just a few days, you 'll learn the basics of diving by earning your PADI Open Water Diver certification , including Nitrox Diver certification (always useful, even essential, when diving in the Red Sea, Maldives, etc.). Join our passionate team for an unforgettable experience. Throughout your training, your instructor will guide your progress and reinforce the theoretical knowledge that will also—and most importantly—make you a skilled diver. Enjoy the warm waters of the Balearic Islands and their abundant marine life to begin your diving adventure!

The highlights

Ideal conditions for starting out in diving
A team of passionate instructors
A certification that allows you to dive anywhere in the world

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Sport

Level

Scuba diving

Beginner

This level is open to everyone. You know how to swim but have never dived or tried scuba diving.

In figures

Diving

2 average daily practices
Maximum depth: 18 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.

Supervisor

The instructor provides guidance throughout the training. This is, of course, included in the course price.

Program

Day 1

Days 2 to 4

Days 5 to 6

Day 7

Arrival and check-in
- Accommodation Apartment
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
Arrival day and check-in at accommodation in the fishing village of Fornells.
Day 1
Training
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 2
- Maximum depth (in m) 18 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
In the morning you will have an appointment at 8:15 am (time may be changed) at the dive center to begin your PADI Open Water training.
You will meet your instructor who will introduce you to the Dune Baleares Fornells diving center, the diving equipment and explain the practical part in detail.
You will make 2 dives between 09:00 and 13:30.
The Open Water training program is structured around three aspects:
theoretical training,
training in a sheltered environment, and
training in a natural environment.
The theoretical section is accessible online as soon as you register. It's a fun and interactive learning experience that allows you to acquire the knowledge necessary for a good understanding of the mechanisms involved in scuba diving. It consists of 5 chapters. At the end of each chapter, you will have to complete Knowledge Review exercises. At the end of the 5th chapter, you will have to take an online exam.
Our advice? Complete this part before your trip. This way, at your own pace and without pressure, you'll have time to absorb all the concepts covered. And of course, you can ask the instructor questions throughout the training if anything is unclear.
Your instructor will take the time to summarize with you, as you progress, the five chapters of theory, linking them to the practical part.
This is the best way to make the course your own!
The first day is all about adventure! After a briefing (theory) at the dive center, you'll head out on the boat. Everything begins in a "protected" environment: very shallow water and calm conditions. This is where you'll try underwater breathing for the first time. Your instructor will demonstrate basic exercises, which you'll practice with them until you feel comfortable. Safety, ease of movement, communication, and equipment handling: the exercises are varied, accessible, and fun.
After this training session, it's lunchtime. Remember to bring something to recharge your batteries, and above all, stay well hydrated. Diving makes you hungry!
Next, you'll dive at "real" dive sites, in a natural environment. The conditions are those any diver would encounter, with a depth initially limited to 12 meters, then to 18 meters in the following days. You'll repeat some of the exercises practiced previously and, of course, enjoy a superb underwater excursion! Open your eyes wide, relax: that's it, you're a diver! The following two days also consist of two dives. After three days of progression, a total of 6 dives, and validation of your theoretical knowledge, your instructor will award you the well-deserved prize: your Open Water certification! Welcome to our extended family!
Days 2 to 4
Day Off
- Accommodation Apartment
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Take advantage of this free day to continue diving or to visit the beautiful island of Menorca.
Days 5 to 6
Departure day
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
After enjoying the Balearic Islands' underwater world, it's time for you to head back and tell your friends about your new experience!
Day 7

Note

This program is given as a guide and may be subject to change depending in particular on weather conditions.

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

🏨 Apartment - Days 1, 5 to 6

The package is offered with accommodation at Can Digus apartments, or a hotel of equal or higher category.

Located in Fornells, Can Digus features a garden, an outdoor pool, and a sun terrace. Cavalleria Beach is 5 km away. All units include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a toaster, and a refrigerator. There is also a stovetop, a coffee maker, and a kettle. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are provided. There is a restaurant on site.

- Days 2 to 4

The package is offered with accommodation at Can Digus apartments, or a hotel of equal or higher category.

Price details

The price includes

6 nights in an aparthotel in Fornells
PADI Open Water Diver Course: 3 days, 6 dives
Full diving equipment included
Boat trips
Theoretical content
Diving insurance
PADI Open Water Diver Certification to 18m
Access to the marine reserve

The price does not include

Flights
Meals
Excursions, extensions, other activities and paid services

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.

Additional dive : CHF46.55 / unit
Extra night before stay - 1 bedroom apartment (1 person) : CHF80.75 / unit
Extra night before stay - 1 bedroom apartment (2 people) : CHF80.75 / unit
Extra night before arrival - 2-bedroom apartment (sleeps 3) : CHF111.15 / unit
Extra night before arrival - 2-bedroom apartment (sleeps 4) : CHF111.15 / unit
Extra night before the stay - Single room in a hotel : CHF64.60 / unit
Additional night after stay - 1 bedroom apartment (1 person) : CHF80.75 / unit
Additional night after your stay - 1 bedroom apartment (2 people) : CHF80.75 / unit
Additional night after your stay - 2-bedroom apartment (sleeps 3) : CHF111.15 / unit
Additional night after your stay - 2-bedroom apartment (sleeps 4) : CHF111.15 / unit
Additional night after stay - Single room in a hotel : CHF64.60 / unit
Diving package : CHF0.00 / person
Adult companion package : CHF-489.25 / person
Child companion package : CHF-451.25 / person
Flex fare and insurance

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(12 reviews)

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nicolas

may 2025

Translated from French

What a wonderful experience! Everything was perfect! First, Menorca, with its marine reserve, is the ideal place to go diving (and learn to dive, in my case). Fornells is a small, quiet, and very pleasant fishing village where life is good. Second, I highly recommend the **** dive center. The manager, Phil, is really friendly, pleasant, patient, offers excellent advice, and is very accommodating. I loved discovering diving with him, and the team members are just as friendly and welcoming. It was a perfect stay for me. I almost forgot to mention that the accommodation was perfectly located, right on the port, in a quiet area, and a 7-minute walk from the dive center. It's worth noting that my stay was off-season!

Published on 23/10/2025

Jacqueline

may 2025

Translated from French

An unforgettable first level of scuba diving in Menorca! Top-notch dive center and great accommodation with a pool, very clean and welcoming.

Published on 08/06/2025

Sylvie

october 2023

Translated from French

The ***** dive center is top-notch: great atmosphere, attention to individual needs, constant vigilance underwater, very reassuring. Excellent teaching methods, never any pressure to do anything. I highly recommend this dive center.

Published on 18/10/2023

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