Introduction to sea diving and snorkelling in Cattolica
Highlights
- Take part in the ‘Baptism of the Sea’ in Cattolica and start breathing underwater
- Go for a dive with an instructor and learn how to use your mask and tank
- Discover the world of scuba diving with an activity suitable for everyone
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Full description
Have you ever wanted to breathe underwater? The ‘baptism of the sea’ in Cattolica is the perfect opportunity to get to know the world of scuba diving, thanks to expert instructors who will teach you everything from the very basics.
In two and a half hours, you’ll experience a dive to a depth of up to 5 metres, discovering that there’s much more beneath the surface than you could ever imagine. And your first dive will instantly turn into a lifelong passion… because you’ll be itching to say ‘yes’ to your next dive!
What we will do
Please arrive 10 minutes before the time selected when booking in Cattolica (RN) to set sail on a sailing boat towards the San Bartolo Nature Park.
After a brief introduction to the equipment, to learn how to breathe and equalise underwater, we’ll do a bit of snorkelling to get to grips with what we’ve learnt so far. We’ll then begin descending to a depth of 3–5 metres to practise clearing our masks and regulators.
At this point, we’ll be ready for the actual dive – to a maximum depth of 5 metres – during which we’ll practise hand signals and breathing techniques and try to spot the local marine life , including crabs, stingrays, sardines, cuttlefish, mullet, mullet and, at certain times of year, even dolphins, anemones and nudibranchs. The dive will last 30–40 minutes.
Once back on the surface, we can relax with a spot of diving and snorkelling, enjoy a few snacks or sunbathe before heading back. We’ll return to the starting point after around two and a half hours of activities.
Who it is aimed at
The activity is suitable for those aged 10 and over; for younger children, a consent form signed by their parents is required.
To take part, you must be in good health. The activity is strongly discouraged for pregnant women and people with epilepsy or diabetes. Furthermore, it is not permitted for anyone who has undergone surgery in the last 6 months.
Other information
Dives take place every day from May to September.
The meeting point can be reached by car (free and paid parking available on site) or by public transport, just a 10-minute walk away.
On board there are showers for washing and private toilets; the boat also has changing areas and storage space for your personal belongings.
Scuba diving is not recommended within 24 hours of a flight.
Recommended clothing
Swimsuit
Don't forget to bring
Towel
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Cattolica, Ravenna
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed date reservation and the weather conditions are not suitable for carrying out the activity safely (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be refunded the full amount paid. The guide may suggest an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to choose whether or not to accept these suggestions. If you are unable to reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund! If you have set the date of your Gift Voucher and bad weather has prevented the activity from taking place, the Voucher remains valid until the expiry date indicated on it.
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is very flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 48 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
