The 6 Best Discover Scuba Diving in Italy

1.Exciting PADI Discover Scuba Diving Experience Isola Bella Marine Park Taormina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $193Our pick

Start at Sea Spirit Diving Resort at UNAHOTEL Naxos Beach, learn scuba basics with PADI instructors, then take two guided descents near Isola Bella. The first reaches 6 meters, the second 12 meters. Between them, enjoy fruit, iced tea, water, and views of the island. Julien, Cilla, Chrissy, Swan, and other instructors may lead the session.

“The crew was very nice and professional - perfest for first doving experience. Isolla bella is a beautifull location that brought a lot of great memories”

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2.Sea Baptism Scuba Experience in Polignano a Mare

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Meet the Holly Tour team at Lido Cala Paura for a gentle first scuba experience from the beach. Instructors such as Emilio, Carmen, Natalino, and Laury guide you through the equipment and underwater breathing at your own pace. Expect a small group, colorful sea life, souvenir photos, a certificate, and a local snack afterward.

“Beautiful scuba diving trip with one on one guideness. Good material, nice people! Highly recommended!”

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3.Napoli: Dive or Discover Scuba Diving in the Park of Baia

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 79 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $53Best value

Try scuba without a license at Baia’s submerged Roman city, or choose the certified-diver option. Andrea, Camilla, Alessandro, and the team provide instruction, equipment, boat transport, and close support for a small group of up to four. Expect mosaics, marble floors, statues, fish, and a 45-minute underwater route.

“Amazing experience! Would highly recommend. Thank you Alessandro & team.”

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4.Try Scuba Diving and Underwater Roman Ruins in Baia from Naples

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 66 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $263

From Naples, learn scuba basics with a certified instructor before making two guided underwater visits around Baia’s Roman ruins. The small group is limited to four people, with equipment, park fees, and bottled water included. Statues are not guaranteed, so ask in advance if that site matters most to you.

“Our dive instructor was excellent and we had a wonderful time but we were very disappointed that we didn't get to see any underwater statues as they were in a different dive site. We enquired beforehand and were told we should have requested that site in advance but the ad for the dive experience did not mention this and deceptively gave the impression we would see everything pictured in the photos.”

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5.Discover Scuba diving in Villasimius

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $106

At Archeo Diving in Villasimius, you learn basic scuba skills with guides including Michael and Wendi, then spend about 30 minutes underwater in Capo Carbonara Marine Protected Area. The session reaches a maximum depth of 5 meters and suits beginners without an Open Water Diver qualification.

“Great experience to confirm that breathing under water is possible without the engagement of going through certification. Michael is a great master diver and very patient and passionate about diving. Wendi was very helpful as well.”

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6.Diving baptism with cylinders (Introdive) at the Capo Carbonara Marine Protected Area

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $97

You’ll learn basic scuba skills with a personal instructor, then make a first descent to about 5 meters in the Capo Carbonara Marine Protected Area. Pickup, equipment, water, and snacks are included. Guides named in guest feedback include Luana, Alberto, Giulia, Luca, and Tio.

“What a pleasure to discover Sardinia underwater and get back to the taste of diving.”

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