Marseille: Dive and Snorkel Adventure
Calanques National Park, Marseille
Experience a diving baptism in Marseille and breathe underwater safely Also, enjoy snorkeling to explore the marine fauna on the surface, in the heart of the Mediterranean
Introduction
This introductory scuba diving experience takes place at the Port de la Pointe Rouge in Marseille, suitable for beginners and supervised by certified professionals.
Activity Schedule
- Meet at L'Atelier de la Mer dive center in Port de la Pointe Rouge
- Receive wetsuit, fins, and mask
- Safety briefing and overview of the schedule
- Board boat and sail 20 to 25 minutes to diving site chosen based on weather
- Boat mooring and water entry with a 1:1 instructor-to-diver ratio; instructors provide tanks and additional equipment
- 20-minute dive to a maximum depth of 6 meters
- Non-divers can snorkel during underwater time
- Return to boat, debrief while sailing back to Pointe Rouge harbor (20 to 25 minutes)
- Disembark, return equipment, receive first dive certificate; showers available at the dive center
Prerequisites
Minors require parental permission to participate. Those wishing to join as tour leaders without diving must book via the snorkeling activity.
Included
- Safety and activity briefing
- Rental of all necessary equipment (bring a bathing suit)
- Transport to and from the diving site
- Snorkeling during non-diving periods
- Hot shower and coat check at the dive center
- Introductory dive certificate
Booking Information
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Bring your bathing suit and arrive on time at the dive center. Morning sessions are recommended for optimal weather conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
The experience includes wetsuit, fins, mask, tanks, a safety briefing, and a supervised 20-minute dive at a local Marseille dive site.
The activity begins at L'Atelier de la Mer dive center located in Port de la Pointe Rouge, Marseille.
Certified professional instructors provide a 1:1 instructor-to-diver ratio for supervision during the dive.
Divers reach a maximum depth of 6 meters during the Marseille dive adventure.
No prior diving experience is necessary; the activity is designed for beginners and includes a full safety briefing.
Yes, snorkeling is part of the activity and equipment like fins and masks are provided for the session in Marseille waters.
The boat departs after the safety briefing and equipment fitting, typically sailing 20 to 25 minutes to the chosen dive site based on weather conditions.
Specific health and weight restrictions apply for safety; check the website or contact the dive center for detailed requirements.
Dive sites are located near Marseille and selected by instructors based on weather for safe conditions.
The overall experience includes preparation, briefing, travel, and a 20-minute dive; check the website for approximate total time.
