Scuba Diving in Sicily

Discover the thrill of scuba with an introductory diving experience in the clear, colorful waters of Sicily's bays. Get an overview of scuba equipment, safety and techniques from a certified instructor, and then cruise along the grottoes and sea cliffs of Taormina's dramatic coastline to two beginning dive sites. Encounter an array of native marine life at a maximum depth of 6 meters, and earn credit toward your PADI certification. Return to the surface for a delicious seafood lunch at a waterfront trattoria with views of Isola Bella island nature reserve.

If you've always wanted to try scuba, dive right into the crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea with an introductory dive off Sicily's eastern coast. Cruise along the dramatic cliffs and grottoes of Taormina's shoreline on a dive boat, and learn about proper scuba equipment, safety and techniques from a certified instructor. Gear up and dive beneath the surface at a relatively shallow site, where you can observe native marine life up-close. Afterward, refuel with a delicious seafood lunch at a waterside restaurant overlooking Isola Bella nature reserve.

Explore underwater world in the Natural Reserve of Cyclops on this boat tour from Acitrezza. Diving equipment and attention from a professional dive guides included as you submerge to get views of the volcanic rock seascape, saraghi, salpe, Octopus, red starfish, and seaweed of Poseidon. Dive depths range from 23 feet (7 meters) to 98 feet (30 meters).

Splash into the crystal-clear water off Taormina on a guide scuba diving adventure. Travel by boat along the grottoes, bays and sea caves of the coastline, and explore the colorful world beneath the surface on two separate dives. Observe the rich sea life of the Isola Bella marine park and the captivating ruins from an ancient Roman shipwreck, with an expert crew nearby to offer tips and ensure your safety. Return to shore for a fresh seafood lunch with wine at a traditional trattoria boasting excellent views of Isola Bella.