First Breath Beneath Lagos: Pool Lesson, Then a Shallow Sea Dive by Ponta da Piedade

LAGOS WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE

First Breath Beneath Lagos: Pool Lesson, Then a Shallow Sea Dive by Ponta da Piedade

A 2-hour, instructor-led introduction that pairs a brief pool lesson with a shallow, supervised open-water immersion in a sheltered bay near Ponta da Piedade—perfect for non-certified beginners.

First Breath Beneath Lagos: Pool Lesson, Then a Shallow Sea Dive by Ponta da Piedade.

Duration
2 Hours
Location
Lagos
Operator
We Dive
Category
Water Activities
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Try Scuba Diving (Pool + Sea) with We Dive in Lagos is an entry-level program that pairs a short, instructor-led pool lesson with a shallow open-water immersion in a sheltered bay near Ponta da Piedade. The format is compact and coached: basic diving concepts and simple exercises are taught in the pool before a supported sea dive at shallow depths, making this a contained way to sample underwater exploration.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE TEACHING

Brief pool lesson with expert instructors

A concise pool session introduces fundamental diving concepts and simple exercises under the guidance of an instructor, preparing participants for the open-water immersion.

THE SEA

Shallow-bay immersion near Ponta da Piedade

The open-water portion takes place at shallow depths in a sheltered bay close to Ponta da Piedade, allowing newcomers to experience the sea in a protected setting.

THE SUPPORT

100% instructor-assisted experience

All activity is fully assisted by a diving instructor, making the program suitable for people without certification who want a supervised introduction to diving.

What the day feels like

What the experience feels like

The program unfolds as a focused, coach-led progression: a brief pool lesson where basic skills are practiced under instruction, followed by a short sea immersion in shallow, sheltered water near Ponta da Piedade. Throughout, an instructor remains with participants to assist and supervise the entire activity.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this is for—and who should look elsewhere.

1
BeginnersIdeal for people who have never dived: the pool lesson introduces essential skills and the sea immersion is shallow and instructor-led.
2
Non-certified diversWell-suited to those who do not hold a diving certification but want supervised underwater experience.
3
Families with older childrenOpen to families, noting the minimum participant age is 10 years.
4
Short-time adventurersA compact, 2-hour program that offers a concise introduction for travelers who want a single, instructor-assisted dive without enrolling in a certification course.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Specific equipment or personal-item requirements are not detailed in the source material; contact the operator (We Dive) for gear and preparation guidance.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does the Try Scuba Diving experience take?

The program is 2 hours in duration.

Who is Try Scuba Diving intended for?

It is ideal for people who have never dived or who have dived but do not have a diving certification.

Is there a minimum age to participate?

Yes. The minimum age is 10 years.

Where does the open-water dive take place?

The sea immersion takes place at shallow depths in a sheltered bay near Ponta da Piedade.

How is the program structured between pool and sea?

Participants complete a brief pool lesson teaching basic diving concepts and exercises; open-water dives are then conducted in a sheltered bay with full instructor assistance.

When are the pool session and open-water dives scheduled?

The pool session occurs on the date and time of your booking. Open-water dives need to be scheduled for the following day(s); contact the operator to arrange them.