6 Scuba Diving in Sicily Worth Booking Early

1.Gulf Scuba Diving Tour with Marine Biologist

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 212 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $82Our pick

Join marine biologist Andrea and his team for a guided scuba outing from Catania to the Cyclopean Isles. You’ll get equipment, a clear safety briefing, and close support underwater as you explore volcanic rock, sandy patches, and marine life. The half-day trip also includes a boat ride along the Sicilian coast.

“Great Experience! Very different landscape but if u keep your eyes peeled, you’d actually see a lot! My guide Andrea was very patient and explaining things as we go.”

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2.Diving for patented divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 175 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $157Top rated

At Blue Sea Diving Center in Mazzarò Bay, Sicily, certified divers get a safety and equipment briefing, then take two short boat rides to separate underwater sites. Each session lasts about 40 to 45 minutes, with no more than four divers per instructor. The five-hour outing includes a one-hour break with snacks and drinks.

“Very professional dive team. They went the extra mile to make it easy and relaxing. Including carrying all the gear for you.”

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3.Diving for certified divers with PADI 5* Diving Resort – Taormina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $181

Join Sea Spirit for a small-group scuba outing in Taormina’s Isola Bella Marine Park. Certified participants get two guided underwater sessions, boat transport, equipment, fruit, drinks, and Sicilian wine with almond biscuits. The boat route includes views of Isola Bella and the Blue Cave. Snorkeling and introductory options are also available.

“I did 10 dives in early Sept with Sea Spirit instructors Filipi, Carmelo and Swann. Fantastic experience all round. Clear communication with Cilla from the office for planning my dives. Good equipment sanitized every day, clear routines and instructions on the boat and during dive briefings; yummy Sicilian snacks and epic soundtrack during the navigations. Felt safe prior to and during my dives with this crew. The guys from Sea Spirit are very experienced divers, very professional and supportive. They have the best knowledge about local dives sites, adapting to weather conditions fast and know where to find the best wildlife underwater. Any issues that arise they manage it gracefully…”

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4.Exciting PADI Discover Scuba Diving Experience Isola Bella Marine Park Taormina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $193

Spend about six hours with Sea Spirit near Taormina, learning scuba basics with a PADI-certified instructor before two guided underwater sessions in Isola Bella Marine Park. The day includes a boat ride past the Blue Cave, fruit and drinks between sessions, and Sicilian wine with almond biscuits afterward. Groups are capped at eight.

“The crew was very nice and professional - perfest for first doving experience. Isolla bella is a beautifull location that brought a lot of great memories”

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5.Scuba Diving Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 79 reviews · 2 hours · from $94

At Camping Jonio, Jonio Pro-Dive Catania runs a two-hour, small-group first-time scuba session in the Ionian Sea. An instructor guides you to a maximum depth of five meters to see lava-shaped seabed, submerged caves and marine life. Equipment is included; bring your swimsuit, towel and flip-flops.

“I had an absolutely amazing experience diving today in Catania! From the very beginning, the team was warm, professional, and made everything feel safe and exciting. Special thanks to my instructor – she was not only incredibly kind but also excellent at explaining every step clearly and making me feel completely at ease underwater. What impressed me the most was her passion and patience, which truly made the whole experience unforgettable. She even inspired me to take the next step and get my PADI certification – something I’ve now decided to do here at this fantastic dive center. If you’re in Catania and want to try scuba diving, look no…”

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6.Diving for patented divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3 hours · from $71Best value

Spend three hours exploring the lava seabed of Sicily’s Isole Ciclopi Marine Protected Area with a multilingual guide. Certified participants are matched with a suitable site, with canyons and wrecks possible for more experienced scuba users. Equipment, snacks, and taxes are included. Guides Guerriero and Andrea are noted for hands-on support in and out of the water.

“Everyone was great. Very kind & super attentive. Had a wonderful time exploring the local dive spots. Thank you!”

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