Crete · SCUBA DIVING IN CRETE
24 reviewed
This is the shortlist we would send a friend, the 15 scuba diving worth booking, each with its price, its traveller verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
Beginner scuba lesson on Crete’s Mononaftis beach in Agia Pelagia—small groups, full gear, personal instructors, from $81.
“Absolutely fantastic experience 🫶 Very professional and friendly staff 😉 Highly recommend 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯 Thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️”
Beginner scuba session in Agia Pelagia. PADI-led training, small groups up to 6, shallow 6m limit, gear, transport, and video viewing.
“It was great and safe, the instructors were great and helped to defeat ure fears. Definitely going to come back!”
First-timer scuba experience at Ligaria, Crete. Small group training, full gear, and a clear-water underwater session with optional pickup.
“I had a great experience, the staff were very friendly and helpful.”
Beginner scuba session in Chania with hotel pickup, an English-speaking PADI-style team, and a guided 8-meter underwater experience.
“Everything was carried out in a very professional manner, very very nice people.”
First-time scuba in Chania with pickup, PADI instruction, 30 min theory, a 45 min 8m max water session, plus photos.
“It was a first time but it was also an amazing experience. Everyone is professional and we are in confidence in underwater with our instructors.”
First scuba session in Heraklion, Crete with hotel pickup, small-group coaching, shallow training, and clear-water marine life.
“We were so lucky to find this experience during our trip to Crete. We had the owner of the company as our guide and he and the whole experience were nothing short of INCREDIBLE! As we are not certified and it was our first time diving, he spent time making sure we understood all of the techniques, equipment, hand signals, etc. and helped us every step of the way making sure that we were ok and reminding us to practice the right breathing techniques so that we could have the best possible experience. We were able to see a lot of fish - even some barracudas! Overall we are so…”
Half-day boat tour from Chania for beginner snorkeling at Blue Cave or an open-water scuba session, with photos, photos, and instruction.
“Basil was an amazing instructor ❤️ the experience was amazing as for the first time divers. Underwater team amazing, helped a lot during panic ❤️❤️❤️”
Try scuba in Crete with Chania Diving Center: beginner class, free underwater photos, SSI Try Scuba card, hotel pickup, snacks.
“Great experience. Picked up from our airbnb rental (slightly late but that didn't matter to us, we were contacted to say pick up would be late, that was the main thing). Kitted out properly. Very clear instructions during briefing from Dimitri. Driven to the beach, tanks on & off we went. My 2 sons & I had never done this before so it was a brand new & amazing experience for all of us. I'd say the half hour was just about right, for a taster session. You don't need to be a good swimmer at all (which I'm not), just comfortable in water. Overall I'd strongly recommend this to…”
A beginner scuba try-out at Heraklion’s Mononaftis Beach with hotel pickup, full gear, small groups, and crystal-clear water for 4–5 hours.
“Pünktlich am Hotel abgeholt, super Vorbereitung auf den Tauchgang. Für den Schnupperkurs wirklich toll durchgeführt. Sehr zu empfehlen! Tolles Wetter, sehr gute Sicht unter Wasser, ein super Erlebnis!”
Beginner scuba try-out in Hersonissos, Crete. Pool skills and a supervised shore session, English instructors, small groups, SSI card.
“Es war einfach wundervoll! Wir hatten ganz viel Zeit, alles in Ruhe zu genießen, ohne jegliche Hektik. Alle waren so herzlich, nett und freundlich, dass es die ganze Tour zu etwas ganz Besonderem gemacht hat. Eine absolut fantastische Erfahrung voller Wärme und Freude – von Herzen zu empfehlen! ❤️ It was truly wonderful! We were given plenty of time to enjoy everything without feeling rushed. Everyone was so kind and genuinely friendly, which made the whole experience even more special. An absolutely fantastic experience filled with warmth and joy – highly recommended with all my heart! ❤️”
Beginner scuba in Chania with Salty Descents: small group training, gear included, safety-focused instruction, and a 45-minute shore underwater session.
“Joanna -THE BEST! She took care of us in the best way! We can recomand this activity to all of you. Best Regards Vibeche & John”
First-time scuba in Plakias for ages 8+, taught one-on-one in a tiny group, with gear and transport included, plus sea life spotting.
“The guides were vert helpfull and we saw a lot of different fish. We also came across many different animals and they took amazing photos!”
Beginner try-scuba at Agia Pelagia near Heraklion: gear, 30-min theory, ~45-min water time, SSI diploma, pickup included.
“The staff was quite nice but honestly for what you pay it’s not worth the money. The description is misleading, as we spent no longer than 20-25 minutes under water. You don’t see anything that you couldn’t see just swimming at the same beach, as you don’t go any deeper or further out than you could swimming regularly. As for training you don’t learn anything that you couldn’t in a 10 minute google search on scuba basics, so I wouldn’t even say it’s a good first step for people looking to get into scuba diving. The most you will get out of this is pictures to say you’ve gone scuba…”
Certified scuba underwater tour from Chania: caverns, Elephant Cave and wrecks with pro guides, full gear, pickup. 5 hours, $168.58.
“Our dive master was a fearless, bad ass South African waterpolo player and open water swimmer! He was a very knowledgeable and safe diver! Loved every minute”
Get SSI Basic Diver certification in Chania, Crete with pickup, two guided 45-minute shore water sessions, snacks, gear, and insurance.
“Was a great experience!! Great weather, nice spots and very good diving and snorkeling teachers! They are very motivated and they really like what they do. As well this school/company really takes their work and their responsibility very serious. So you can be sure that they teach you every important information. If you want to learn how to dive in Crete, Go there!!”
