Try a PADI 'try dive' off the Costa Brava in Tossa de Mar: one hour of classroom basics followed by a guided 60-minute dive over rocky reefs. Ideal for first-time divers who want photos, calm conditions, and a safe introduction to breathing underwater.
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You step off the rocky slipway and the Mediterranean pulls at your legs like an invitation: cool, clear, and full of movement. In Tossa de Mar the shore drops quickly into kelp beds and boulder-strewn reefs where small fish flash silver and sea fans sway with the current. For first-time divers the rhythm is deliberate—briefing, kit-up, slow entry—each step designed to let the underwater world accept you.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people in general good health who can swim and are comfortable in the water; minimal exertion required.
Wildlife
History
Tossa de Mar’s Vila Vella is the only remaining fortified medieval town on the Catalan coast and marks centuries of fishing and maritime trade that shaped local life.
Conservation
Parts of the Costa Brava coast fall within protected marine areas; operators encourage no-touch diving, avoiding anchoring on reefs, and using reef-safe sunscreen.
Reserve your spot on the Tossa de Mar Scuba Diving PADI today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive Early
Be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before start time to complete paperwork and get fitted for gear; late arrivals cannot join.
Protect Your Ears
Equalize frequently during descent and tell your instructor if you feel pressure—ear issues are the common reason people stop a try-dive.
Hydrate and Eat Light
Drink water before the dive and avoid heavy meals; dehydration and overfull stomachs increase discomfort underwater.
No Flights Within 12 Hours
Plan onward travel so you don’t fly within 12 hours after diving; this reduces decompression risk.
Swimsuit
Worn under the wetsuit for comfort during the dive.
summer
Towel
Useful for drying off after the surface interval and before changing.
Reef-safe Sunscreen
Protects skin during surface time without harming marine life.
summer
Sea-sickness Medication
Helps if you’re prone to motion sickness on boat transfers or choppy days.
summer