Chania–2 Different Dives for Beginners with Free Photos & Pickup
Overview
Discover the thrill of breathing underwater for the first time. Try Scuba experience—perfectly designed for beginners, Enjoy personalized attention from highly experienced SSI-certified instructors led by Giannoulakis Nikolaos, a diving expert with decades of underwater exploration.
Explore crystal-clear waters and, weather permitting, dive into the breathtaking Blue Cave—an unforgettable underwater cavern glowing with natural light. Plus, receive professional underwater photos to capture your first dive and an official SSI recognition card to celebrate your achievement.
Safe, fun, and truly memorable—this is the perfect way to start your scuba journey in the beautiful waters of Crete!
What's Included
- Snacks Light snack and water provided
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Boat Trip to two different locations
- Underwater Photos
- Guided Dives with professional Instructors
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
- Swimsuit and towel (please bring your own)
- Personal expenses
Meeting and Pickup
We offer free pickup from most areas around Chania, including the city center, Souda, Souda port, Kounoupidiana, Kalathas, Stavros, and nearby hotels or accommodations.Pickup time and exact location will be confirmed after booking.If you're staying outside our pickup zone, we’ll arrange a convenient meeting point.Please be ready 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time and keep your phone available in case we need to contact you.
Archoleon 1
Chania 731 32, 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
Begin your scuba adventure with a friendly introduction and short theory session at our dive center. After practicing basic skills in shallow water, you’ll board our dive boat and head to two calm, beautiful dive spots perfect for beginners.
Weather permitting, one of the dives may explore the Blue Cave, a stunning cavern with magical lighting and rock formations.
You’ll dive under the supervision of experienced SSI instructors, surrounded by colorful marine life and scenic underwater landscapes.
Underwater photos of your experience are taken during the dives and shared with you afterward—so you can relive the memories and share your first dive with friends.
At the end of the day, you’ll also receive an official SSI Try Scuba recognition card to celebrate your achievement!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Participants with epilepsy or seizure disorders should not participate
- Participants must be able to swim or be comfortable in water
- Participants with diabetes should consult a doctor before booking
- Participants with recent surgery or injuries should consult a doctor
- Participants with chronic ear or sinus infections should consult a doctor
- A minimum interval of approximately 12 hours is required between the Try Scuba dive and your flight
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
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Activity code: C-75191P6
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Participants in the Chania–2 Different Dives for Beginners with Free Photos & Pickup 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. Light snack and water provided.
- Use of SCUBA equipment.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Boat Trip to two different locations.
- Underwater Photos.
- Guided Dives with professional Instructors.
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
- Swimsuit and towel (please bring your own).
- Personal expenses.
The minimum age to participate is 8..
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–2 Different Dives for Beginners with Free Photos & Pickup is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Participants with epilepsy or seizure disorders should not participate
- Participants must be able to swim or be comfortable in water
- Participants with diabetes should consult a doctor before booking
- Participants with recent surgery or injuries should consult a doctor
- Participants with chronic ear or sinus infections should consult a doctor
- A minimum interval of approximately 12 hours is required between the Try Scuba dive and your flight
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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
- SnacksLight snack and water provided
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Boat Trip to two different locations
- Underwater Photos
- Guided Dives with professional Instructors
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
- Swimsuit and towel (please bring your own)
- Personal expenses
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Participants with epilepsy or seizure disorders should not participate
- Participants must be able to swim or be comfortable in water
- Participants with diabetes should consult a doctor before booking
- Participants with recent surgery or injuries should consult a doctor
- Participants with chronic ear or sinus infections should consult a doctor
- A minimum interval of approximately 12 hours is required between the Try Scuba dive and your flight
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
