NEA MAKRI SCUBA FIELD GUIDE
First Breath: Discover Scuba Diving off Nea Makri
An instructor-led introductory scuba experience in Nea Makri that teaches breathing and basic skills before a supervised 30–40 minute dive to about 5–6 metres.
First Breath: Discover Scuba Diving off Nea Makri.
Just outside Athens, Nea Makri’s calm coastal waters are where beginners make their first descent. Under the guidance of experienced instructors you’ll learn to breathe and move underwater, practice essential skills in shallow, standable water, then follow your instructor on a short, supervised dive to explore the seabed.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Family-friendly intro
Designed for first-timers and families: children from the age of 8 can participate, and no prior experience is required.
Everything provided
All diving equipment is supplied by the operator, so participants only need to arrive ready to learn.
Small-group instruction
Sessions run in small groups of up to four people, allowing focused, hands-on attention from the instructor.
What the day feels like
What it feels like to take your first dive
The flow is deliberate and reassuring: meet at the diving centre for a theory lesson and safety briefing, don equipment and practice three basic skills in waters shallow enough to stand, then follow your instructor on a guided 30–40 minute dive down to roughly 5–6 metres to observe the seabed.
THE AUDIENCE
Family-friendly intro
Designed for first-timers and families: children from the age of 8 can participate, and no prior experience is required.
THE GEAR
Everything provided
All diving equipment is supplied by the operator, so participants only need to arrive ready to learn.
THE FORMAT
Small-group instruction
Sessions run in small groups of up to four people, allowing focused, hands-on attention from the instructor.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this session suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Plan for a 3–4 hour session overall, including briefing, skills practice and a 30–40 minute guided dive.
All diving equipment is provided by the operator; participants should arrive prepared for water activity.
You meet the instructor at the diving centre. Options to reach the centre include taxi or public bus (the operator will pick you up from the Nea Makri bus stop); free hotel pick-up and drop-off is offered in the Nea Makri area.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is the minimum age to participate?
Children from the age of 8 can participate in the Discover Scuba Diving experience.
How long does the experience take?
The full session lasts about 3–4 hours; the in-water guided dive portion is approximately 30–40 minutes.
Do I need previous scuba experience or a certification?
No previous experience or certification is required; the program is an introductory, instructor-led course.
Is equipment supplied or do I need to bring my own?
All diving equipment is included as part of the experience.
How large are the groups?
Groups are kept small, with up to four participants per session.
How do I get to the dive centre?
You can arrive by taxi or public bus—the operator can pick you up from the Nea Makri bus stop—and free pick-up and drop-off from hotels in the Nea Makri area is offered.