Chania Scuba Diving for Beginners
Overview
We believe in personalized attention, which is why we keep our group sizes small. This ensures that you receive individualized instruction and can fully immerse yourself in the learning process.
We spare no expense when it comes to your safety and comfort. Our scuba gear is meticulously maintained and regularly serviced, so you can dive with peace of mind.
Our team of seasoned instructors brings years of experience and a passion for underwater exploration. With their guidance, you'll feel confident and supported every step of the way while you practice the basic skills underwater.
Our aim is to make your scuba diving experience not just educational, but also incredibly exciting and memorable. For these reasons you are going to receive your photos-videos and a recognition card after your activity.
What's Included
- Snacks fresh fruit or light snack
- Bottled water
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional instructor guidance(theory+practice+skills)
- Diving Insurance
- Towel, swim suit
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup begins 1 hour earlier than starting time and drivers pick you up from your chosen location within the Chania region (including but not limited to Chania Town, Platania, Souda, Kalyves, Vamos, and Georgioupoli). We will email you with your pickup details-be sure to check your spam or junk folder. Alternatively, you can meet the Salty Descents Dive Center in Kalyves. Drivers are identifiable by their Salty Descents t-shirts and minivans.Drivers wait no longer than 10 minutes after the scheduled pickup time. The pickup time is confirmed after you book. Pickup times may vary depending on your location.Please note that this is a shared transfer, so the pickup time could be slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Palea Ethniki Odos Chanion Rethimnou
Kalives 730 03, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Are you ready for an unforgettable journey beneath the surface?
-Pick-Up or Meet-Up: We'll either pick you up or meet you at our dive center, where you'll meet your instructor.
-Theory and Briefing: Get ready for a quick session to cover essential theories behind safe diving practices and equipment use basics and safety tips.
-Choose Your Gear: Your instructor will help you pick out gear that suits you best.
- Beach Prep: We'll head to the beach together, gear up, and get ready for our dive.
- Dive Time: Let's dive in and explore the stunning underwater world together, for about 45minutes.
-After we finish, we'll return back to the dive center to get ready for the drop-off or if you have your own transportation, you are more than welcome to use it.
Our experienced instructors will take you through step-by-step instruction, before diving, covering everything you need to know in order to make most of it!
Book your beginner scuba diving course today and let the exploration begin!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-470124P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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Participants in the Chania Scuba Diving for Beginners cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.
The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.
Jun 2024If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Snacks. fresh fruit or light snack.
- Bottled water.
- Use of SCUBA equipment.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Professional instructor guidance(theory+practice+skills).
- Diving Insurance.
- towel, swim suit.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Chania Scuba Diving for Beginners is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chania Scuba Diving for Beginners will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacksfresh fruit or light snack
- Bottled water
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional instructor guidance(theory+practice+skills)
- Diving Insurance
- Towel, swim suit
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
