BEST OF · SCUBA DIVING IN GREECE

The 15 Best Scuba Dives in Greece

52 dives  ·  from $64 a head

Clear water, no tide to speak of, and wrecks that have been down there longer than most countries. These 15 cover Crete, the Cyclades and the Dodecanese, priced and clear on which take absolute beginners.

Santorini: Scuba Diving Experience in Caldera for Beginners - Meeting the team in Emporio
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Santorini: Scuba Diving Experience in Caldera for Beginners

1.Santorini: Scuba Diving Experience in Caldera for Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 597 reviews · 3 hours · from $106Our pick

Meet Alex, Irini, or another Santorini Scuba Academy instructor in Emporio for a small-group beginner scuba session. Learn equipment, safety, and hand signals before exploring a volcanic reef in the caldera for about 45 minutes. Gear, water, and a snack are included.

“The team was great they were always on highest alert and caution so that everyone was safe they were very educational it was a great experience all around with a perfect team would recommend to everyone”

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Heraklion: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners _Beach - Getting Fitted With Full Equipment
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Heraklion: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners _Beach

2.Heraklion: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners _Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 549 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $81

At Mononaftis Beach in Agia Pelagia, you learn scuba basics through a 30-minute digital lesson before entering the bay with a certified instructor. Expect full equipment, a 45-minute underwater session, shallow water, fish, rock formations, and optional hotel transport.

“Perfect for beginners who want to try diving. We had a great time there.”

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(Full day)Scuba Diving in Rhodes - The briefing and equipment fitting
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(Full day)Scuba Diving in Rhodes

3.(Full day)Scuba Diving in Rhodes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 466 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $84Top rated

Meet Waterhoppers at 8:30 am in Rhodes Town for a full day on the water near Kallithea Springs. You’ll learn basic scuba skills with instructors such as Mike, Chris, Sharon, Lou, or Martin, complete one short underwater session, and have time to swim and snorkel. A second, longer session costs extra.

“Ze lieten ons niet mee gaan omdat mijn vriendin toen ze 5 jaar oud was epeleptie heeft gehad en die al sinds ze 5 is geen aanval meer heeft gehad ze is nu 21 stond nergens vermeld dat dit een reden kon zijn dat we niet mee mochten ik heb voor transport betaald en nooit geld terug gekregen ala ze het duidelijker hadden vermeld hadden we nieteens heen gegaan erg jammer dit”

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Heraklion: Beginner Scuba Diving Lesson with PADI Instructor - The journey from pickup to the CRETANDIVERS base
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Heraklion: Beginner Scuba Diving Lesson with PADI Instructor

4.Heraklion: Beginner Scuba Diving Lesson with PADI Instructor

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 355 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $88

Meet Petros and the CRETANDIVERS team for a calm first scuba session in Agia Pelagia Bay. You’ll watch a multilingual introduction, practice with full equipment, and enter shallow water with a PADI instructor beside you. Small groups, patient coaching, and optional underwater footage make this a friendly first step.

“very friendly crew. they take time for everyone so you can go on your own speed. again a special thanks to get me through it. and giving me a good experience. we love you”

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Rhodes: Diving Adventure for Beginners and Experts - What the day looks like from Mandraki Harbour
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Rhodes: Diving Adventure for Beginners and Experts

5.Rhodes: Diving Adventure for Beginners and Experts

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 237 reviews · 1 day · from $82

Join Waterhoppers in Rhodes for a small-group scuba outing at Kalithea. You receive full equipment, a safety briefing, practice time, and one guided underwater session. Mike, Claudia, Sharon, Anna, and other multilingual instructors help beginners and qualified divers feel at ease. A second session costs extra.

“Super fun, great instructors and crew, highlight of our holidays! Lou and Bart - best instructors anyone could ever hope for! 🫡”

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Try a DIVE, discover scuba diving in Mykonos - Swimming Along Lia Reef
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Try a DIVE, discover scuba diving in Mykonos

6.Try a DIVE, discover scuba diving in Mykonos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 216 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $193

At Lia Beach, GoDIVE Mykonos gives first-timers a 20-minute lesson, gear practice, and a supervised 40 to 45-minute open-water session at Lia Reef. PADI instructors such as Kostas, Annalisa, Casper, and Alex guide you patiently, with underwater photos included.

“Kostas and his team were absolutely amazing! We were a family of four visiting and we had never been scuba diving. We arrived in Mykonos on a cruise around Election Day. Most things were shut down but Kostas was able to change things around not only to accommodate us but made it an amazing experience. It was a fantastic day and one of our favorite excursions of the entire trip.”

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Heraklion: Scuba Diving Experience for First-Timers - What the 45-minute lesson prepares you to do
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Heraklion: Scuba Diving Experience for First-Timers

7.Heraklion: Scuba Diving Experience for First-Timers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 203 reviews · 6 hours · from $82

Learn scuba basics in 45 minutes, then spend about 45 minutes underwater in Ligaria Bay at roughly 7 metres. English, French, and Greek instructors provide full gear, safety guidance, and small-group support. Pickup is available from Agia Pelagia through Malia.

“Total duration is probably 5 hours. start was 10:00, and then there was a 30 min drive to the beach , got in the water at 12 and out at 1:40pm (dive length depended on how much air you breathed in or how much is left in tank). . There was not a lot in the water by scuba diving means,but there wasnt nothing either,lots of small fish and plants to see, especiall if you go to the full 9 metres, just dont accidentally kick the instructor like we did! The instructor George was very patient with us (both beginners) and explained all the procedures and safety protocols several times.…”

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Chania: Scuba Diving for Beginners - From Chania to Almyrida Beach
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Chania: Scuba Diving for Beginners

8.Chania: Scuba Diving for Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 196 reviews · 3 hours · from $140

From Chania, travel to Almyrida Beach for a gentle first scuba experience. A 25-minute lesson, close instructor support, a small group, and an 8-meter underwater session let you test breathing beneath the Aegean. Equipment, insurance, transport, photos, and a short video are included.

“Had a great time, briefing before the activity. Brought to a secluded beach where we suited up in wetsuits and the diving gear, tanks, buoyancy gear, weights. It was a bit cumbersome getting the clippers on in the cove and my partner smacked his head against a rock trying to do so, so that was a slight downside. Otherwise great time, lots of fish, sponges etc to explore. Instructors take pics with GoPro throughout and provide the picture by email after a day or so. Dive lasted about 30 mins. Would recommend, very friendly instructors.”

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Scuba Diving Experience in Santorini - Learning the basics before entering the water
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Scuba Diving Experience in Santorini

9.Scuba Diving Experience in Santorini

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 191 reviews · from $106

Meet at Santorini Scuba Academy in Emporio for SSI Try Scuba training, equipment practice, and a closely supervised 35 to 40 minute session above a volcanic reef. The team keeps groups to six and includes snacks and listed transfer support. Photos and video should be confirmed before booking.

“This was such a great experience, the instructors were so informative and so patient and understanding. They were really good about going at a pace that was comfortable for everyone. They created a safe environment and never tried to push anyone to go beyond their comfort level. The water was a little rough at the shore but once you get out a little ways/under the water it’s very calm.”

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Nima Diving Center, Naxos, Greece - What happens during the two-hour session
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Nima Diving Center, Naxos, Greece

10.Nima Diving Center, Naxos, Greece

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 147 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $181

At Nima Diving Center in Agia Anna, Nikos, Kim, Veronica, or another instructor prepares you for a private beginner scuba session. After a safety briefing and equipment lesson, you enter from shore and explore to 6 meters, with equipment and underwater photos included.

“It was great spending time with my dive master looking at pictures of all the sea life we might see before the dive—then diving and seeing many species of fish! 🐠 Dive masters passion for diving was evident and his experience made my dive safe and quite enjoyable! Thanks!”

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Scuba Diving in Naxos by Bluefindivers - Dive in Greece - Amazing Diving Spots - Getting fitted with full scuba equipment
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Scuba Diving in Naxos by Bluefindivers – Dive in Greece – Amazing Diving Spots

11.Scuba Diving in Naxos by Bluefindivers – Dive in Greece – Amazing Diving Spots

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 129 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $169

Meet Blue Fin Divers at Agios Prokopios for a 35-minute PADI briefing, shallow-water practice, and a guided 45-minute underwater session to 7 meters. Instructors such as Tina, Panos, Alex, and Ana help first-timers manage breathing and stay comfortable. Gear, photos, and video are included.

“I took my two daughters (16 and 17) on the intro to SCUBA session. It was fantastic. Panos and Soto (names possibly wrong) were wonderful. We learned and were safe but mostly had fun. If we had the time we would have returned for a PADI certification. The experience was so good we will pursue certification back in the USA. THANK YOU Blue Fin from Gene, Arwen and Olivia.”

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Athens East Coast: Discover Scuba Diving in Nea Makri - Frinis 20 to the first breath underwater
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Athens East Coast: Discover Scuba Diving in Nea Makri

12.Athens East Coast: Discover Scuba Diving in Nea Makri

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 124 reviews · 3 hours · from $106

Learn scuba basics with Dimitris, Denis, or Rafail at a small Nea Makri center, then practice in shallow water before a 30 to 40 minute underwater outing in Schinias Bay. You descend to 5 or 6 meters with equipment, insurance, refreshments, and photos or video included.

“the guide was very friendly and amazing. he guided us step by step and he made our first experience very memorable and awesome”

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Santorini: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners - What Happens Before You Enter the Water
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Santorini: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners

13.Santorini: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 112 reviews · from $147

Start in Oia, transfer to Amoudy Bay, then boat to Armeni Bay for a beginner scuba session in clear water. Instructors explain equipment, hand signals, and safety before guiding you to a maximum depth of 12 meters. The pace adjusts to your comfort and ability.

“It was wonderful! As a beginner I was a little nervous, but the instructor was so helpful and really patient.”

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Discover Scuba Diving in the Caldera of the Volcano in Santorini - The 20-minute lesson that makes beginners comfortable
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Discover Scuba Diving in the Caldera of the Volcano in Santorini

14.Discover Scuba Diving in the Caldera of the Volcano in Santorini

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $108

Start at Caldera Beach in Akrotiri with a 20-minute lesson from instructors such as Barak or Zoe. Then practice in waist-deep water before a guided 35-minute underwater visit to a nearby reef. Equipment, training, and underwater photos are provided.

“Really great morning at the Santorini dive centre. Our dive master Zoe was excellent and clearly showed simple diving techniques and instruction. We were soon in the water and off for our dive. Plenty of small fish to see and great visibility. Suitable for anyone wishing to dive for the first time or like us a refresher.”

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Chania: Scuba Diving for Beginners - From Chania to Almyrida Beach
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Chania: Scuba Diving for Beginners

15.Chania: Scuba Diving for Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $145

Test scuba in the clear waters near Chania with Omega Divers. You get a 30-minute safety lesson, full equipment, a 45-minute session to about 8 meters, and one instructor for every two people. Hotel pickup, insurance, and underwater photos are included.

“It was our first time under water and It was very fun and exciting and perfect time under water!! Try it!”

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Just written up in Scuba Diving in Greece

★ 4.9Mykonos: Scuba Diving Mini Program for BeginnersFrom $18846
★ 5.0PADI Scuba Diving Program for Beginners in PeloponesseFrom $1173
★ 4.8Oia: 2 Guided Scuba Dives off Santorini for Certified DiversFrom $15833
★ 5.0Naxos: Discover Scuba Dive with Nima Dive CenterFrom $1883
★ 5.0Naxos: Discover Scuba Diving – Your first experience divingFrom $11227
★ 4.1Kos: Beginner Scuba Diving from the Beach with PickupFrom $1138
★ 4.6Kefalonia: Beginner Scuba Diving at Agia Efimia VillageFrom $1417
★ 4.9Halkidiki-Kassandra: Scuba Diving for BeginnersFrom $10248
★ 4.9Hersonissos, Stalida: Scuba Diving Experience for beginnersFrom $10427
★ 5.0Heraklion: Try Scuba DivingFrom $7635
★ 5.0Heraklion: Try Scuba Diving For Beginners (1 dive)From $11630
★ 4.9Heraklion: Beginner’s intro dive w/2 Dives with transfer.From $16513
★ 4.9Heraklion: Diving, Swimming, and Snorkeling like a MermaidFrom $826
★ 4.6Plakias: Try Scuba Diving, private experience – from 8yrsFrom $1852
★ 5.0Heraklion: Basic Diver for BeginnersFrom $1005

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