Discover Scuba Diving with Creta's Happy Divers in Crete
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–3 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness needed; able to swim comfortably and follow breathing instructions
Overview
Immerse yourself in Crete’s vibrant underwater world with Creta's Happy Divers. Beginners can dive in a safe environment and take a boat to stunning local sites—all without certification.
Discover Scuba Diving
For Beginners • Ages 8 + • 1.5 Hours • Most popular!
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of diving in just 1.5 hours, no certification needed! Explore the underwater world in a pool or confined open water, guided by a certified instructor. After your initial dive, embark on a boat dive to discover even more breathtaking sites, all under expert supervision.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Our most popular program!
An exciting diving experience without the need for certification. The duration of the program is one and a half hours and takes place either in a pool or in confined open water with a maximum depth of 6 meters, accompanied by a certified instructor.
After completing this dive, the customer has the opportunity to participate in a boat dive and visit more enchanting diving destinations with a maximum depth of 12 meters, always accompanied by a certified instructor
##Location
- Please specify your location during the booking process so we can direct you to the nearest diving center (Agios Nikolaos or Plaka).
Adventure Tips
Stay Relaxed During Your First Dive
Take your time to get comfortable with the regulator and breathing underwater—your instructor is there to guide you every step.
Wear Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect yourself and the marine environment by choosing sunscreen that does not harm ocean life before your boat dive.
Listen to Pre-Dive Safety Briefings
Pay close attention during safety talks; understanding hand signals and emergency procedures is critical underwater.
Bring a Change of Clothes
Post-dive boat rides and wind can get chilly; a dry layer keeps you comfortable back on shore.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mediterranean moray eel
- Colorful parrotfish
History
Crete’s maritime heritage dates back to the Minoan civilization, one of Europe’s earliest advanced cultures, reflected even in local traditional fishing practices.
Conservation
Creta's Happy Divers emphasizes low-impact diving and educates visitors on protecting fragile underwater ecosystems from damage and pollution.
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Adventure Hotspots in Heraklion
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Wetsuit
Provides warmth and protection for cooler water temperatures common outside of summer.
spring|fall|winter specific
Swimsuit
Necessary underneath the wetsuit or for warm-water pool sessions.
summer specific
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects your skin and the underwater environment from harmful chemicals.
summer specific
Towel and Change of Clothes
Keep dry and warm after getting out of the water and after boat dives.