Dive into the Mediterranean’s volcanic waters with Jonio Pro-Dive’s beginner scuba experience in Catania. Discover safe, guided underwater exploration paired with stunning marine life and unique lava-formed seascapes.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good general health and able to swim comfortably.
Wildlife
History
The bay was created by volcanic lava flows from eruptions in the 15th century, shaping its rocky underwater terrain.
Conservation
Jonio Pro-Dive follows strict guidelines to minimize impact on local marine habitats, promoting sustainable diving practices in this delicate ecosystem.
Jonio Pro-Dive
Dive into the Mediterranean’s volcanic waters with Jonio Pro-Dive’s beginner scuba experience in Catania. Discover safe, guided underwater exploration paired with stunning marine life and unique lava-formed seascapes.
Jonio Pro-Dive is a dive operator based in Catania, Sicilia, offering a range of scuba courses, guided dives and boat tours. The center delivers PADI training including the Open Water Diver course and Discover Scuba Diving introductions, led by PADI-certified instructors who guide students through skills, safety procedures and confined-water practice. Jonio Pro-Dive operates from a private access bay with a ladder for direct water entry, providing convenient and secure launch points for shore and center-based dives.
Boat-based experiences include guided gommone (RIB) tours along the Ionian Coast, with swimming and snorkeling stops at the Grottte di Ulisse and the Faraglioni within the protected marine area of Isole Ciclopi. The center runs guided dives from the gommone to sites reachable only by boat, and offers single and double-dive options from the diving center for certified divers and beginners under supervision.
Beginners can try a Scuba Experience — a supervised introductory dive to about five meters in a bay formed by ancient lava flows — with post-dive amenities such as hot showers and a private swimming area. Night diving sessions are available every Thursday and by request on other days, tailored to diver skill level and weather conditions.
Jonio Pro-Dive emphasizes safety, certified instruction and bilingual guiding where noted. The program list includes Open Water Diver PADI, DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING (one or two dives), guided boat dives, single and double dives from the center, scuba experiences and night dives in the Catania area. Equipment rental and tank fills are available on-site.
Tours Offered
9 experiences
Dives, courses and boat tours.
PADI Instruction
PADI-certified
Professional dive instruction and safety.
Private Access
Private ladder & bay
Direct entry from the shore.
Bilingual Guide
Bilingual guide available
Expert bilingual guide onboard.
Check availability for Open Water PADI courses, Discover Scuba sessions, guided gommone tours and night dives with Jonio Pro-Dive via The Adventure Collective listing.
Arrive Early for Check-In
Plan to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled dive to complete check-in and gear fitting smoothly.
Health Precautions
Do not fly or ascend above 600 meters within 12 hours after diving to avoid decompression issues.
Use Contact Lenses if Needed
Glasses can’t be worn under the mask, so bring contact lenses if you require vision correction underwater.
Bring Swim Essentials
Pack a swimsuit, beach towel, and water shoes or flip-flops for comfort on and off the boat.
Swimsuit
Worn under wetsuit for comfort and convenience during and after the dive.
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Beach towel
Needed to dry off comfortably after diving and showering.
Water shoes or flip-flops
Protect feet walking on rocky shorelines and around the dive center.
Contact lenses
Helpful for divers who need vision correction, as glasses aren’t compatible with dive masks.