Garajau National Park Dive from Funchal for Certified Divers
Overview
Are you ready to have a memorable dive inside our marine protected area This park has been protected for over 35 years, and offers an abundant amount of fish-life while sheltering the infamous large Dusky groupers The chance of diving along a Dusky Grouper is high as they are curious and feel safe within their protected habitatt.
Taking a camera along is highly recommended, as there will be plenty of things you will wish to show back home.
Certified divers only! You are required to have dived within the last 12 months and have 10 or more total dives, if that is not the case we are happy to take you on an easy shore dive with us before joining our boat dives. Please understand that this is not only safety related,
but most of all we want to ensure that you have the most pleasant experience possible.
What's Included
- Boat trip
- Tank & Weights
- Parking fees (if applicable)
- Food&Drinks
- Nat Park entrance Fee
- Rental equipment available for a fee if needed, own gear is welcome!
- Mandatory Dive Computer rental - if no own is brought +5€
Meeting Location
Largo Antonio Nobre 1 Hotel Carlton
9004-531 Funchal, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Large amount of fish-life and the infamous Dusky Groupers make this a must-dive site!
After all administrative tasks the gear will be prepared and checked for the dive
Thorough dive briefing
held by your guide
A short swim to the boat, followed by a boat ride to
the East (approx. 10-15min)
Dive at the infamous Garajau national park
Drive back to the dive-center, return
equipment and enjoy a hot shower! Stamps are ready for your logbook
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Underaged guest must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 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-409330P6
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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 Garajau National Park Dive from Funchal for Certified Divers 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 (WET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Boat trip.
- Tank & Weights.
- Parking fees (if applicable).
- Food&Drinks.
- Nat Park entrance Fee.
- Rental equipment available for a fee if needed, own gear is welcome!.
- Mandatory Dive Computer rental - if no own is brought +5€.
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 12..
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 Garajau National Park Dive from Funchal for Certified Divers is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Garajau National Park Dive from Funchal for Certified Divers 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
- Boat trip
- Tank & Weights
- Parking fees (if applicable)
- Food&Drinks
- Nat Park entrance Fee
- Rental equipment available for a fee if needed, own gear is welcome!
- Mandatory Dive Computer rental - if no own is brought +5€
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Underaged guest must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
