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10 Best Diving in Portugal

The dives worth getting wet for.

The 10 diving in portugal divers book most, in one place. What you descend on, how deep it runs, who certifies you, whether beginners are welcome, and what a tank costs.

10 Best Diving in Portugal

Funchal: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners - The 2–3 hour flow: safety briefing to shallow reef exploring
Diving in Portugal, Madeira Diving Tours, Tour Reviews

Funchal: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners

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1.Funchal: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners

Beginner scuba lesson in Funchal with a PADI instructor. Pool practice, then a guided shallow reef with bright Atlantic fish.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Brilliant. This was our first dive. Sarah, who instructed us was calm and reassuring, very clear instruction she instilled confidence when there was none. Tuition in the pool was clear and the sea dive awesome. Highly recommend. I went with 16 year old son who like me was anxious, but we are now both keen…”

715 reviews2 - 3 hoursFrom $53by Madeira Divepoint - Xpoint Madeira

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Funchal: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners - The 2–3 hour flow: safety briefing to shallow reef exploring
Diving in Portugal, Madeira Diving Tours, Tour Reviews

Funchal: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners

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2.Funchal: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners

Funchal beginner scuba: theory + pool trial, then a guided 45-min reef swim at up to 12m. Equipment and certificate included.

★ 4.9

“Best day of my life, my guide Roberto was such a great teacher. I got to hold hands with an octopus. I can’t wait to explore the underwater world more”

494 reviews2 - 3 hoursFrom $53by Azul Diving Madeira - Blue Safari Madeira

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Scuba Diving Experience in Madeira - Where It Starts in Funchal and How the 2.5 Hours Flow
Diving in Portugal, Funchal Diving Tours, Tour Reviews

Scuba Diving Experience in Madeira

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3.Scuba Diving Experience in Madeira

First scuba session in Funchal with theory, pool practice, and a real open-water swim to 12 m plus certification recognition.

★ 5.0

“Really loved this experience! The female instructor was amazing with my daughter who was panicking. I did not think she would enter the sea but she did! Take Note that cameras/go pros are not allowed (for beginners due to safety) and footage is taken by them…. This will cost you 20 euros each to get…”

266 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $50.81by Azul Diving Madeira

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Diving in the Madeira Aquarium - First Steps in Cachalote Natural Pools: The Baptism-Style Start
Diving in Portugal, Funchal Diving Tours, Tour Reviews

Diving in the Madeira Aquarium

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4.Diving in the Madeira Aquarium

First-timer scuba at Aquario da Madeira in Porto Moniz: natural pools baptism, sharks and rays, small-group care, pro guidance.

★ 5.0

“Une expérience géniale. Toute la famille a adoré. Merci à Manuel pour sa gentillesse et son professionnalisme. C'était notre première plongée et Manuel est vraiment rassurant et à l'écoute. Je recommande vraiment cette activité.”

215 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $163.33by Lava Diving Center

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Porto Moniz: Diving with Sharks and Rays in Madeira Aquarium - The 3-hour rhythm: aquarium first, then the main tank
Diving in Portugal, Madeira Diving Tours, Tour Reviews

Porto Moniz: Diving with Sharks and Rays in Madeira Aquarium

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Albufeira: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners - Easydivers Check-In to Underwater Confidence: The 3.5-Hour Rhythm
Algarve Diving Tours, Diving in Portugal, Tour Reviews

Albufeira: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners

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Lagos: Guided Scuba Diving Trip for Beginners - Getting ready with the right expectations
Algarve Diving Tours, Diving in Portugal, Tour Reviews

Lagos: Guided Scuba Diving Trip for Beginners

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7.Lagos: Guided Scuba Diving Trip for Beginners

Beginner-friendly scuba in Lagos, Algarve with full gear, insurance, and an English/Portuguese/Spanish guide for 35 minutes underwater.

★ 4.3

“The guides were very helpful, attentive and made sure to explain aspects of the dive so everyone was comfortable. They were honest about expectations and tried to make sure we saw as much sea life as we could. Had a great time for a first dive and would definitely recommend!”

131 reviews3 hoursFrom $135by Atlasdivertido unipessoal lda

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Albufeira: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners - Easydivers Check-In to Underwater Confidence: The 3.5-Hour Rhythm
Algarve Diving Tours, Diving in Portugal, Tour Reviews

Albufeira: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners

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8.Albufeira: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners

Beginner scuba training in Albufeira with small-group coaching, pool practice, a sea session up to 12m, and 6-month certification.

★ 4.8

“Was lovely, the guides were so funny and positive, even though we were very nervous at first they calmed us down and made the whole experience go nice and easy. For those who are curious about the actual time underwater it was exactly 37 minutes. Highly recommend!!”

124 reviewsFrom $125by Easydivers Dive Centre

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Vila Franca Do Campo: Introduction to Scuba Diving Tour - Marina de Vila Franca do Campo: the quick boat ride to the natural reserve
Diving in Portugal, Sao Miguel Island Diving Tours, Tour Reviews

Vila Franca Do Campo: Introduction to Scuba Diving Tour

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9.Vila Franca Do Campo: Introduction to Scuba Diving Tour

First-time scuba try-out in the Azores: guided safety training, clear water, historic 16th-century cannons, and marine life around Vila Franca do Campo.

★ 5.0

“My instructor was Ivo and he was veeery patient with me as a first time diver. All of the guys from the scuba diving tour are amazing, very friendly, and safety focused. Thanks for the experience!”

117 reviews3 hoursFrom $154by Azores Sub Dive Center

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Lisbon: Catamaran Boat Party with Music, Open Bar & Dives - Where to meet: Doca de Santo Amaro, door 3 (and the Rui dos Pregos trick)
Diving in Portugal, Lisbon Diving Tours, Tour Reviews

Lisbon: Catamaran Boat Party with Music, Open Bar & Dives

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