Snorkelling and First Scuba Dive in Monaco
Enjoy a full day immersed in the Mediterranean with this complete experience combining snorkelling and an introduction to scuba diving in Monaco!
Practical information
Discover scuba diving in Monaco during this activity offering :
- A boat trip along the coast between Menton and Villefranche-Sur-Mer to the diving spot
- A 45-minute guided snorkelling trip to discover the flora and fauna of the Mediterranean
- A 30-minute first dive with a dedicated instructor
Course of events
Please allow 6 hours in total for this activity.
- Meet at the Monaco Maritime Academy club: welcome, briefing and equipment (45 minutes)
- Board the catamaran from Monaco
- Boat trip to the first snorkelling spot (approx. 15 minutes)
- Departure for a 45-minute guided snorkelling tour to discover the Mediterranean flora and fauna
- 1-hour lunch break on the boat
- Individual first dive with an instructor for approximately 30 minutes
- During your sailing time, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy the coastal scenery between Menton and Villefranche-sur-Mer
- Return to Monaco scheduled for around 2.30pm.
Activity requirements
You need to be able to swim to take part in this activity.
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Special terms
A packed lunch can be provided as an optional extra for 15 euros. Please ask your instructor for this at least 72 hours before the activity.
Please list any dietary restrictions when booking.
One person may accompany you on the boat at no charge. To do so, please book a “passenger” spot.
This activity is not recommended for pregnant women and not accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Pets are not allowed to take part in this activity.
Spoken languages:
French, EnglishIncluded
- Professional instructor
- Wetsuit
- CRESSI snorkelling and diving equipment
- Toilets on board
- Deck shower
Excluded
- Meal (15 euros, to be booked 72 hours before the activity)
- Photos and video
Do not forget to bring
- Swimsuit and towel
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Windbreaker / Jacket
- Water bottle
- Snack or picnic
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With an average annual water temperature of around 16°C, the Mediterranean is waiting to offer you an unforgettable aquatic adventure departing from Monaco. Join a team of professional instructors and put your trust in them as you take your very first breaths underwater on a try dive in Monaco. Designed especially for beginners, the experience includes a dedicated instructor who will guide you throughout the session as well as during the 30-minute dive. There’s no need to worry if you have no prior experience, scuba diving is accessible to anyone who can swim, and your instructor’s presence will ensure your safety.
Before diving with a cylinder, you’ll enjoy a scenic trip aboard an open catamaran with a capacity of 38 passengers. From the boat, you can take in the coastline between Menton and Villefranche-sur-Mer. On board, everything is set up for your comfort, including toilets, a shower, a shaded area, a trampoline, and even a rooftop deck!
When you arrive at the first spot of the day, you’ll get into the water for a gentle start, with a guided snorkelling excursion to discover the local marine life. This first activity serves as an introduction to the underwater world and, after the lunch break, you’ll finally get to experience scuba diving, descending to a maximum depth of 6 metres.
During your scuba diving activity in Monaco, you’ll explore the stunning underwater landscapes of the Mediterranean Sea. As you gently descend along the rocks, you’ll discover vast meadows of Posidonia seagrass swaying with the currents, providing shelter for a variety of fish species such as sea bream, red mullets, salema, peacock wrasses, and groupers.
Complete and designed to give you a truly immersive day on and under the water, this snorkelling and scuba diving experience in Monaco is sure to delight both children and adults alike. Whether you’re coming alone, with family, or with friends, you’re guaranteed a magical day out. So don’t wait, book your try dive and snorkelling experience in Monaco today!
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