Learn to dive in just two days with Skualo Porto Cristo’s PADI Scuba Diver course, designed for all ages and busy schedules. Dive into the Mediterranean’s underwater beauty with expert guidance and three immersive dives.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Basic swimming skills and reasonable physical fitness needed; no prior experience required.
Wildlife
History
Porto Cristo is well known for the nearby Cuevas del Drach caves, ancient formations that hint at the island’s geological past.
Conservation
Skualo Porto Cristo promotes responsible diving to protect the delicate marine habitats of Illes Balears, minimizing contact with reef structures and wildlife.
Skualo Porto Cristo
Learn to dive in just two days with Skualo Porto Cristo’s PADI Scuba Diver course, designed for all ages and busy schedules. Dive into the Mediterranean’s underwater beauty with expert guidance and three immersive dives.
Skualo Porto Cristo is a diving and snorkeling operator based in Porto Cristo, Illes Balears. The company offers a comprehensive selection of guided dives, snorkeling excursions, and PADI certification courses tailored to a wide range of ages and skill levels. Offerings include PADI Open Water Diver, PADI Advanced Open Water Diver, PADI Scuba Diver, a Nitrox specialty course, introductory "Bautismo de Buceo" sessions, guided dives on Mallorca’s East Coast, boat snorkeling to virgin coves, and a caving-by-boat excursion to Cova des Coloms.
Courses combine online theory with supervised open water dives: Open Water courses include five dives to 18 meters across three days; Advanced courses provide six dives to 30 meters across three days; Scuba Diver programs deliver three dives to 12 meters over two days; Nitrox is taught as a single-day specialty requiring prior Open Water certification. Introductory sessions last about two hours and suit participants from eight years old; several programs allow participants from ten or twelve years old depending on the course.
Skualo Porto Cristo supplies necessary equipment for guided dives and snorkeling trips and runs excursions focused on Mallorca’s rock formations, arches, caves, and clear coves. The operator emphasizes safety and education through structured PADI curricula and supervised in-water training. Located in Porto Cristo, services are focused on exploring the marine environment of Mallorca’s east coast with options for both beginners and certified divers. Bookings typically include equipment rental when stated, and sessions are led by instructors following PADI guidelines and safety standards locally.
Location
Porto Cristo
Based in Illes Balears
PADI Courses
Open Water to Nitrox
Structured PADI training available
Minimum Age
8+
Intro sessions from age 8
Tours Offered
10 experiences
Dives, snorkeling and excursions
Secure a spot on PADI courses, guided dives, or boat snorkeling trips — clear booking details and age requirements listed for every experience.
Complete Online Theory Before Arrival
Finish your theory modules online to maximize your time in the water during the course.
Arrive Hydrated and Rested
Diving demands alertness and good hydration—avoid alcohol and heavy meals before dives.
Wear Comfortable Swimwear
Bring swimwear and quick-dry clothes; wetsuits and gear are provided by Skualo Porto Cristo.
Prepare for Moderate Water Temperatures
Mediterranean waters around Porto Cristo can be cool; a wetsuit helps maintain comfort under water.
Swimsuit
Needed for water comfort under the wetsuit during dives.
summer
Wetsuit (provided but bring a rash guard)
A rash guard adds comfort when wearing rented wetsuits or alone in warmer months.
spring|fall|winter
Waterproof Sunscreen
Protects skin during surface intervals between dives in open sunlight.
summer
Towel and Change of Clothes
For drying off and staying warm after each dive session.