---
title: 3 days Open Water Course | Scuba Diving
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/3-days-open-water-course-scuba-diving/
type: tour
city: Madeira
country: Portugal
price: 439
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.94
reviews: 48
duration_minutes: 4320
languages: [en, it, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 4 of 12 (Snorkeling, Kayak & Water Sports)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-30
data_updated: 2026-10-04
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/3-days-open-water-course-scuba-diving/
---

# 3 days Open Water Course | Scuba Diving

**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 72h.

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

## Overview

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.

## Before you book

- Starts 09:30: one departure a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Age 10+: minimum age to join

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €439 per person
- Duration: 72h
- Rating: 4.94/5 from 48 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Azul Diving Madeira
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Start times: 09:30
- Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-30

## Reviews

4.94 from 48 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 47 of 48.

- 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 (2020-08-19 to 2026-04-19); last checked 2026-10-04.

## What's included

- Use of SCUBA equipment
- All Fees and Taxes

## Not included

- Lunch
- Private transportation

## Schedule

- Runs: Mon, Thu
- Departures: 09:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-30
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Booking asks for: dates of birth, weights, heights

## Compared with other Snorkeling, Kayak & Water Sports

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #4 of 12** | €439 | 3 days | 4.94 (48) | shared |
| [Diving in the Madeira Aquarium](/portugal/madeira/tours/diving-in-the-madeira-aquarium/?format=md) | €135 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (217) | shared |
| [Surf Lessons Tailored to Your Skill Level in Madeira](/portugal/madeira/tours/surf-lessons-tailored-to-your-skill-level-in-madeira/?format=md) | €60 | 2h | 5.0 (41) | shared |
| [Private Open Water Swimming Experience in Madeira Island](/portugal/madeira/tours/private-open-water-swimming-experience-in-madeira-island/?format=md) | €55 | 1h | 5.0 (37) | private |

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.

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