Dive guide · SICILY SCUBA DIVING
The 15 best sicily scuba diving you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and what the shop will want to see on your card. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Meet the Blue Sea Diving Center in Mazzarò Bay for two guided underwater sessions near Taormina. You receive a safety briefing, equipment help, short boat rides, two 40 to 45 minute outings, and a one-hour break with snacks, coffee, tea, water, and biscuits. The group is limited to 10 people.
“Very professional dive team. They went the extra mile to make it easy and relaxing. Including carrying all the gear for you.”
Join Sea Spirit, a PADI 5-star resort, for two guided scuba sessions around Taormina’s Isola Bella Marine Park. You’ll meet at Hotel Naxos Beach at 8:00 am, travel by boat from Giardini Naxos, and enjoy gear, transfers, fruit, drinks, wine, and almond biscuits. Certified divers, try-scuba participants, and snorkelers can join the six-hour outing.
“I did 10 dives in early Sept with Sea Spirit instructors Filipi, Carmelo and Swann. Fantastic experience all round. Clear communication with Cilla from the office for planning my dives. Good equipment sanitized every day, clear routines and instructions on the boat and during dive briefings; yummy Sicilian snacks and epic soundtrack during the navigations. Felt safe prior to and during my dives with this crew. The guys from Sea Spirit are very experienced divers, very professional and supportive. They have the best knowledge about local dives sites, adapting to weather conditions fast and know where to find the best wildlife underwater. Any issues that arise they manage it gracefully…”
Meet at Via dei Mulini in Francavilla di Sicilia for a four-hour canyon adventure in the Alcantara River. Guides such as Michele, Mario, and Miguel lead you through pools, waterfalls, natural slides, climbs, and optional jumps. Wetsuits, helmets, life jackets, trekking shoes, and harnesses are provided. The group is limited to 15 people.
“The canyoning experience was incredible! Michele and Mario were fantastic guides, with briefings before each jump and slide and friendly banter along the way. Michele also took photos throughout and sent them after which provided a number of mementos of the experience. The experience is excellent value for money and we would highly recommend it!”
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”
Meet at Jonio Pro-Dive Catania Diving PADI for a two-hour first scuba session in the sea near Catania. A PADI instructor guides you to a maximum depth of five meters, with all equipment, snacks, and bottled water supplied. No certification is needed, though pickup costs extra and must be arranged 48 hours ahead.
“The stuff was very helpful and kind. They made the experience extra nice with their eagerness to help us out. It was an unforgettable experience. We'd defenitly have a second go at it if we could due to also their professionalism!!”
Meet at Campeggio Jonio at 9:00 am for two guided scuba sessions in the natural bay before Jonio Pro-Dive Catania. Full equipment and admission are included, and patient instruction makes this a sensible choice for first-time participants. The outing lasts about four to five hours and runs daily, weather permitting.
“Good value, provided all equipment and instructions. Being able to dive with assistance of course as this was my first time. The instructor was very patient and we did not dive until I was comfortable breathing underwater and calm.”
Start at Blue Sea Diving Center in Mazzarò Bay with a safety lesson, equipment briefing, and beginner exercises. Then board a boat for a 30-minute underwater session to 12 meters, guided by one instructor for no more than four people. Pepe, Grace, and other instructors lead the program in English.
“Very good people with a lovely community. Excellent didn’t opportunity’s with real professionals. I had Pepe and he was so kind and professional. I felt safe and he really knew what he was doing. I would highly reccomend”
Meet Dive Sicily in Giardini-Naxos at 8:30 am for a private, beginner-friendly scuba lesson near Taormina. You’ll learn basic skills, get hands-on support, and explore the waters around Isola Bella. The program suits ages 10 and up, requires no prior experience, and may introduce you to the next step toward PADI certification.
“Absolutely amazing experience, myself and my wife we ere first time divers, and nervous, however within minutes, Alex had us underwater comfortably and safely. Would highly recommend, so much so that we now will do our PADI course in the coming months!”
Meet Dive Sicily at 8:15 am in Giardini-Naxos for a guided scuba experience near Isola Bella. You’ll receive a full safety briefing, use sheltered coastal sites, and may choose shore or boat outings. Guides including Alex, Adam, Ella, Dani, Ilse, and Camila are praised for calm, patient support, especially with anxious beginners.
“This was a great family day. My son was able to scuba while my daughter and I snorkeled. The water is amazing and the team did a great job prepping everyone and making sure everyone was safe. I plan on doing this again when I return next year. Isola Bella is amazing.”
Meet Andrea, Carla, or another Etna & Sea Excursion guide in Aci Castello for a three-hour underwater outing in the Cyclops Islands Marine Protected Area. You’ll receive a health check, equipment, instruction, and close supervision before exploring the Gulf of Catania in a small group. Certified participants must show proof of qualification.
“Andre was incredible and was so helpful. The dive itself was amazing and seeing all the fish and corals was utterly incredible. For my first time scuba diving I felt so safe and comfortable diving with Andre. I can't wait to come back in the future and dive again !”
At Diving Center Saracen in Isola delle Femmine, you’ll learn basic equipment use, receive digital instructions, and enjoy a 30 to 40 minute sea session with an instructor. The private format suits first-timers, including young beginners. Besima is praised for calm support with children, while the center has operated for nearly 23 years.
“I’m an experienced diver but I wanted this experience for my 14 year old daughter, who was diving for the first time. Staff were very helpful & friendly towards us both & gave a crash course to my daughter who thoroughly enjoyed every moment. We had our dive in the sea, across the street from the dive shop & enjoyed every moment & felt safe, thanks to Besima, who was fantastic with children. A big thumbs up if you want to dive this experience, even for novices.”
Walk through Ortigia with Enrica, or another guide from Viaggio a Sud-Est, in a group of no more than six. In 90 minutes, you’ll see the Temple of Apollo, Piazza Archimede, Piazza Duomo, the Temple of Athena, and Arethusa Spring. You can also shape the walk around history or food.
“Enrica was such a friendly, energetic and informative guide. She gave us all a rich history of Ortygia that really brought the city to life. Her knowledge was impressive and she easily answered all our questions. I would highly recommend Enrica’s tour!!!”
Meet Corrado and the JALA ASD team at Aci Castello for a beginner-friendly scuba session in the Cyclops Islands Marine Protected Area. You’ll learn equipment and safety basics, enter the sea near the medieval castle, and explore underwater lava layers and marine life. Hot showers, changing rooms, a bar, and a relaxation area make the 2.5-hour visit easy.
“Accueil chaleureux. Instructeur professionnel avec qui on se sent en confiance, ce qui est très important une fois sous l’eau. Bel Endroit à côté d’un château médiéval, et aussi pratique car il suffit de traverser la rue pour aller dans l’eau. Superbe expérience, à refaire !”
At Etna & Sea Excursion in Aci Castello, you’ll alternate classroom lessons with supervised underwater training led by Andrea and his team. The course includes equipment, instruction, taxes, and an international certificate after the final exam. Plan for roughly two to three days, beginning at 8:30 am near Aci Trezza’s port.
“Wir waren zum ersten Mal tauchen, Andrea hat alles super erklärt, dann gab es Übungen im flachen Wasser bevor es dann ins tiefere Wasser ging. Er hat sich immer versichert, dass alles ok ist bevor wir tiefer gingen. Insgesamt waren wir faRead more”
At Blue Sea Diving Center in Mazzarò Bay, children learn basic underwater skills with an instructor before taking a boat to the activity site. Expect equipment practice, breathing instruction, and 30 minutes underwater at a maximum depth of 2 meters. Paolo and Paul are among the instructors associated with the center.
“A heartfelt thanks to Paolo who made little G live a fantastic experience, had a great time and was enthusiastic.”
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