SCUBA DIVING

LEARN TO DIVE IN KEFALONIA
The underwater seascapes of the Ionian Islands are amongst the most beautiful in the Mediterranean. Combine a leisurely holiday with expert diving tuition leading to an internationally recognised PADI Open Water Diving qualification.

All diving activities are operated by FNEC (Fiskardo Environmental Nautical Club) complying with stringent safety standards. The courses are based in Fiskardo and some spread over five days. They are led by a fully qualified PADI instructor speaking fluent English and consists of theory lessons, shallow dives and open dives. Other dives are available for qualified divers and can be booked locally through Pama Travel in Fiskardo, Kefalonia.

The PADI Open Water Dive Course includes:
• 5 sessions in confined water
• 4 open water dives
• 5 theory lessons
• Final Examination
• Awarding of a PADI Open Water Certificate

Price – £350 for a minimum of 5 days
You will require a ‘fit to dive’ medical certificate and 3 passport size photographs.

Other Courses/Dives:

ADVANCED OPEN WATER DIVER - 5 days - £215
Prerequisites: Adventure in Diving Certificate or Open Water Diver Certificate or equivalent and 3 passport size photographs.

RESCUE DIVER - min 5 days (recommended 2 weeks) - £215
Advanced diver Certificate or equivalent and a Valid Medic First Aid Certificate (2 years since issued) and 3 passport size photographs.

EMERGENCY FIRST RESPONSE - 4 days - £150
Medic first Aid Certificate - it can also be included to the Rescue Diver course

Experience programs for Novices:

DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING - 4-5 hours in one day (2 -3 hours on the boat) - £40
This program will introduce you safely to the underwater kingdom, will let you safely experience the weightlessness of scuba diving and permit you to admire the u/w life in the clearest waters. No special skills required, available for almost anyone who is in average health. With over 2000 satisfied Discover Scuba Divers during the last 9 years, this discover program will indeed be a highlight of your holiday. Price includes a certificate of your dive.
Age 10 years and above - Physical condition Medical Certificate (recommended but not essential)

Air Supplied Snorkeling & Skin Diver Environmental Awareness - half day - £40
This is an alternative to simple snorkeling. Firstly equipped with the complete scuba diving gear but unable to descent to depth, we will introduce you to the fascinating eco-system of our area. Secondly the secrets of correct snorkeling and skin diving will be revealed to you. Our biologist, PADI Dive Instructor and founder of the Natural History Museum in Fisakrdo will lead you to an unforgettable half day trip on board of NEPTUNE III. This program is suitable for all the family members and will lead to a wall SKIN DIVER certificate - no age limit.

PIRATE’s ADVENTURE - 2-3 hours in one day - For children between 8-14 - £40
Especially designed for Children, supplied air snorkeling diving program is offered under the name “Pirate’s Diving Adventure” In this case children will participate a “treasure hunt” leading to a dive at the “Pirate’s sunken boat” where they will be able to discover the treasures of the Pirates where a surprise gift awaits them. At the end of the “treasure hunt” participants will receive a “pirate’s” certification, and a photo from their adventure. It should be mentioned that the wreck of the “Pirate” boat is only 2m below water level permitting an extremely safe SCUBA adventure for the Children.

Physical condition Medical Certificate (recommended but not essential)