3 days Open Water Course | Scuba Diving
By Azul Diving Madeira · listed in scuba diving and snorkelling trips in Madeira
If you want a diving qualification, I'd look at this course. It's the only course in our diving and snorkelling selection. The SSI Open Water certificate covers dives to 18 metres with a buddy.
You begin with theory and pool practice. An instructor then takes you into open water. Scuba equipment and digital learning materials are included. You'll need to arrange lunch and transport.
The scheduled length is 3 days. Allow for a possible fourth day. Agree the finish date before booking. Places need approval from the centre.
- Trip type
- Shared activity
- Duration
- 3 days
- Listed group limit
- up to 5 people
- Price
- from €439 per adultLowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
- Rating
- 4.94/5 from 48 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor
- Languages
- English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Details as of
- 13 September 2026
Before you book
- Starts on Mondays and Thursdays at 09:30. Book at least a day ahead.
- Allow for a possible fourth day. Agree your course dates with the centre before booking.
- Your booking needs the centre's approval.
- Ages 10 to 99.
- Arrange your own lunch and transport to Azul Diving.
- Cancel at least 24 hours before the start for a full refund.
- Give this one a miss if you're pregnant or have a heart condition.
- No hotel pickup. You meet at the start point.
- Up to 5 people per booking.
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Programme
- Theory and pool training
- Open-water dives with the instructor
- SSI Open Water qualification for dives to 18 metres with a buddy
Photos
Photos from the tour listing on Viator.
Included
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- All Fees and Taxes
Paid separately
- Lunch
- Private transportation
Meeting point, pickup and return
Meet at Azul Diving.
You come back to the same place.
Schedule and confirmation
Usual timetable: Mon, Thu, at 09:30. Check your date when you book.
The operator confirms after you book. Book at least 1 day ahead. Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
Cancellation, weather and limits
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund when cancelled 1 day or more before
- 0% refund when cancelled less than 1 day before
Bad weather can cancel the trip.
The operator's conditions, as written
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Adult rate: ages 10 to 99
Ratings by source
4.94/5 from 48 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor.
| Source | Average | Reviews | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tripadvisor | 4.9 | 48 | 46 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Counts and averages as shown on Viator on 13 September 2026. We don't have the review texts.
From the operator
In Azul Diving Madeira's own words, from the Viator listing.
This is the world’s most popular scuba course and has introduced millions of people to the adventurous diving lifestyle. Learn to dive is fun! We will take you step by step in this 3/4 days course including swimmin pool sessions, theory and real diving. We offer included FREE Digital training Materials in your language.
Alternatives in the same collection
- Diving in the Madeira Aquarium€304 cheaper · 4 people at most · from €135 per adult
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- Funchal: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners€394 cheaper · 8 people at most · from €45 per adult
Who checked this
Edited by Roman Antonov. I love Madeira and keep going back. Trip details come from the operator's own listing on Viator, as of 13 September 2026. One detail is ours: the listing doesn't say where the aquarium is, and it's in Porto Moniz.
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