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3 days Open Water Course | Scuba Diving

4.9 · 48 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Madeira Operated by Azul Diving Madeira Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3 days
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Italian, French, Spanish
Start & pickup
09:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Build scuba skills through theory, swimming pool sessions and open-water diving, with digital training materials included.

Scuba equipment, fees and taxes are covered; lunch and private transportation are excluded. 4.94 from 48 reviews at €439 per person for 3 days.

In our comparison: #4 of 12 in Snorkeling, Kayak & Water Sports, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €439 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Use of SCUBA equipment
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch
  • Private transportation

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 30 September 2026.

Reviews

4.9
48 ratings
Guidekin & Tripadvisor

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 47 of 48

Star breakdown of all 48 ratings

5 stars
46 · 96%
4 stars
1 · 2%
3 stars
1 · 2%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise patient teaching that builds confidence; there is a lot of theory and practical work to absorb

Praised

  • Patient instructors help nervous beginners build confidence
  • Clear explanations and teaching adapted to each learner's pace
  • Pool facilities and nearby sea access for practical training
  • Equipment is described as high quality and in good condition

Complaints

  • The course involves a lot of theory and practical skills to absorb

Written by Guidekin from the 33 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (19 August 2020 to 19 April 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
09:30 on Mon, Thu; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Azul Diving Madeira; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

This is the world’s most popular scuba course and has introduced millions of people to the adventurous diving lifestyle. Learn to dive is fun! We will take you step by step in this 3/4 days course including swimmin pool sessions, theory and real diving. We offer included FREE Digital training Materials in your language.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Age 10+ minimum age to join

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth, weights, heights

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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Ranked #4 of 12 in Snorkeling, Kayak & Water Sports by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €439, median €55; typical length 3h. 1 of 12 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 12 Snorkeling, Kayak & Water Sports

From €439 per adult