The Aegean around Paros is famous for its visibility and its rocky seabed full of crevices, caves and arches. With the PADI Open Water Diver course, run from the Naoussa area, you earn the international certification that lets you dive to 18 metres with a buddy anywhere in the world.
How the course works
- Online theory before your trip or at the centre.
- Practice sessions in confined water or a sheltered beach.
- Four open-water dives with your instructor.
- Mediterranean marine life: octopus, moray eels, nudibranchs, groupers and schools of damselfish.
Who it is for
Anyone aged 10 or over who can swim. You fill in a medical questionnaire before starting and, if you answer yes to any question, a doctor’s approval is needed. If you only want to try, see the try scuba diving in Naxos.
What to bring
- Swimwear, towel and sunscreen.
- Prescription glasses if you need them.
- Your schedule: the course fits around your week on the island.
Best time to go
May to October. Water reaches 23-25 °C in August and September. Remember not to fly on the day of your last dive; plan your ferry and flight with some margin.
Included
- PADI instructor
- 4 open-water dives and practice sessions
- Full scuba equipment
- PADI certification
FAQs
How many days do I need?
Between 3 and 4 days, fewer if you do the theory online before arriving.
Does the certification expire?
No, PADI Open Water certification does not expire, though a refresher is advised after time out of the water.
Is the water cold?
About 18-19 °C in May and 23-25 °C in September; a suitable wetsuit is provided.
