Malta St Pauls Bay: PADI Discover Scuba Diving Experience

Introduction

This Try Dive experience in Malta suits beginners aged 10+ who want to learn scuba diving with professional PADI instructors in small groups.

Highlights

• Learn basic scuba diving theory online before your dive
• Small group sizes with calm, patient instructors
• Guided scuba diving tour with a PADI Instructor
• Focus on safety and enjoyment from experienced instructors
• Explore Malta’s underwater seascapes

Description

Discover what it feels like to breathe underwater in a 2.5-hour Try Dive session led by a PADI Instructor. No previous experience is required, and you will begin with shallow water practice to gain confidence.

Malta’s first eco-friendly dive centre provides high-quality scuba gear and includes online theory to complete at your own pace before arrival.

You must be at least 10 years old and medically fit to dive. Complete the medical screening below before booking.

What to Expect on the Day

• Welcome: Meet your dive instructor at a modern dive centre, where equipment is prepared and comfort ensured.
• Pre-dive briefing: Learn how to use the equipment and practice basic dive skills in a relaxed session.
• Shallow water practice: Start in shallow water on the house reef, practicing breathing and skills until comfortable.
• Open water dive: Take a guided dive up to 12 meters, spotting local marine life like wrasse, parrotfish, and possibly octopus.

Includes

• Online diving theory (must be completed before the activity)
• Equipment orientation and pre-dive briefing
• All necessary diving equipment
• Guided dive on a local reef

Excludes

• You need to bring a towel, swimwear, and water to drink; all other equipment is provided

Important Information

• Please answer the medical questions below before booking. A 'yes' may require doctor's approval:
  1. Problems with lungs, breathing, heart or blood affecting performance
  2. Over 45 and smoker, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or family heart attack/stroke history before 50
  3. Difficulty performing moderate exercise
  4. Issues with eyes, ears, nasal passages, or sinuses
  5. Recent surgery or ongoing problems from past surgery
  6. History of unconsciousness, migraines, seizures, stroke, head injury, or neurological diseases
  7. Recent treatment for psychological problems, addiction, or learning disabilities
  8. Back problems, hernia, ulcers, or diabetes
  9. Stomach or intestine problems, recent diarrhea
  10. Taking prescription medications (except birth control)

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Complete the online theory promptly after booking to arrive informed and confident. Bring swimwear, a towel, and water. Morning sessions are recommended for calm sea conditions.