Top 5 Scuba Diving Tours in Portugal

1.Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 715 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $53Our pick

Try scuba in Funchal with PADI instruction, pool practice, and a shallow reef visit with colorful Atlantic fish.

“It was a wonderful experience for my daughter and me. Our instructor was very nice and patient. As a second experience of diving, we really appreciated to have all instructions to be a bit autonomous in the water, never far from our instructor of course. I would definitely recommend this activity.”

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2.Scuba Diving Experience in Madeira

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 266 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $51Best value

Try scuba in Madeira with pool training, a 12-meter sea session, full equipment, and close instructor support in a small group.

“I had a great time, it was my first time scuba diving so I wasn’t sure what to expect but the instructor was very patient and very helpful with learning what we needed before heading to sea. I had an amazing experience and thoroughly recommend to anyone thinking about trying!”

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3.Diving in the Madeira Aquarium

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $163

Review of Madeira Aquarium’s small-group scuba session, with sharks, rays, morays, natural pools, practical tips, price, and booking advice.

“Une expérience géniale. Toute la famille a adoré. Merci à Manuel pour sa gentillesse et son professionnalisme. C'était notre première plongée et Manuel est vraiment rassurant et à l'écoute. Je recommande vraiment cette activité.”

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4.Porto Moniz: Diving with Sharks and Rays in Madeira Aquarium

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 192 reviews · 3 hours · from $159

Swim beside sharks, rays, and mantas at Madeira Aquarium in Porto Moniz, with equipment, instruction, and a technical-zone tour included.

“Instructor and expedience was perfect. I wasn't expecting such a great teaching experience in the "pool" ( ocean) for my friends first time. Our instructor was so patient with her and extremely knowledgeable and fun!”

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5.Try Scuba Diving in Arrabida Marine Reserve with photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $109

Try scuba in Portugal’s Arrabida Marine Reserve with an SSI pro, boat ride, gear, snacks, and underwater photos for $108.84.

“The crew was so educated and fantastic, I guess we could have picked a better area to dive but since this was my first experience was good enough. The only missing thing is the set of pictures I was supposed to receive.”

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