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Diver's Paradise

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👍 I visited Zante earlier this month. I knew the season was coming to an end but was intent on getting some diving in anyway. Through no fault of their own. The weather closed in the day after I arrived. High winds kept all the boats out of the water for a few days and no one was going anywhere. Luck... People often mention diving, dive, equipment, dives, water, team, experience, boat, time, center,


Address

Oasis Beach Bar, Laganas 291 00, Greece

Website

diversparadise.gr

Contact

+30 2695 051918

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (136 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: (New Year's Day), 10 am to 8 pm, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: 10 am to 8 pm
  • Wednesday: 10 am to 8 pm
  • Thursday: 10 am to 8 pm
  • Friday: 10 am to 8 pm
  • Saturday: (Epiphany), 10 am to 8 pm, Hours might differ
  • Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm

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  • 4/5 Ian S. 5 years ago on Google
    I visited Zante earlier this month. I knew the season was coming to an end but was intent on getting some diving in anyway. Through no fault of their own. The weather closed in the day after I arrived. High winds kept all the boats out of the water for a few days and no one was going anywhere. Luckily, these guys contact number was linked on WhatsApp. The weather had cleared overnight so I sent them a message early in the morning. I was impressed when I got a reply back soon later telling me to be at the dive centre later that morning. There was a bit of faff getting things sorted. But that’s to be expected having been out of the water and all diving ceased for a number of days. Paperwork was soon completed and we were getting kit issued. I had only brought half my own kit with me and as such only used a BCD and wetsuit from their stock. They dive with steel tanks in a choice of sizes, had a din to yolk adapter in their stock also. The BCD was CRESSI and very good condition. The 5mm wetsuit had seen better days and was worn through on the knees.  From what I could see of the others. There did not seem to be any issues with the kit they were issued either. Getting loaded onto the boat required walking out to it in shallow water carrying all your kit with you. Not the easiest thing to accomplish. But that said. If you can’t carry your kit. You shouldn’t be diving. The boat itself is comfortable, clean and well kitted for diving. It was a short 15 minute run out to the dive site. We were to dive Octopus Reef. Upon arrival we were soon moored to the buoy and going through our dive briefing. Was short and to the point. Having been told to expect poor vis. A quick glance over the side soon dispelled this, I could see the bottom quite clearly. Given the weather of the past few days. We were all surprised and impressed. We were soon in the water and descending, quick round of hand signals and were off. Was a pleasant drift down the wall. Vis was 20m plus and water temperature of 25 deg C. Those of us that were qualified to reached a depth of 30m. Fair amount of fish a fauna to be seen. On the loop back round we swam against the current. Was quite an labour intensive swim back, but was enjoyable none the less. Usual safety stop before surfacing. Soon after getting back on the boat we were heading back to shore. Given the time it took for us to get ready etc. We had elected to only do the one dive. Due to my flight schedule that was enough for me anyway. I had wanted to get a full four days in and only managed the one dive. But that’s how it works out sometimes. Cost for my dive all in was 45 Euro. Can’t complain about that. Dive site was nice, the crew and guides were safety conscious and the equipment was all well maintained and usable. Should I return, I would dive with them again.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Francesco Davila A. 2 years ago on Google
    I took the Open water and Advanced PADI certifications at Diver's Paradise during the last 2 years and it was simple incredible. The team is great, professional, very friendly, experienced and always available. I can only recommend to try out yourself and enjoy at maximum. The location is cool too, plenty of nice dives and diversity (caverns, fishes, cliffs, old amphoras, etc.) according to the skills. In addition the atmosphere is relaxed and really enjoyable with a great beach bar just next to the Diving Center for good food and drinks, since coffee and fresh pressed orange juices are key for successful divings ;-). Looking forward to coming back as soon as possible!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Thomas G. 4 years ago on Google
    Wow, the folks here are fantastic. Good clean equipment. Very talented guides and dive masters. And Lucy as the mother goose. We had a wonderful time.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gabriela B. 2 years ago on Google
    This was our first dive in ours life and I can not complain at all. The instruktor was very calm and kind. He tried to teach us everything useful. I appreciate the pool where he was showing us all we need to know before diving in the sea. Thank you guys, this was not our last dive with you. Gabriela and Mathew ⚓
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daan M. 8 months ago on Google
    I cannot praise this divecenter nor it's team enough. Diving here is an absolute blast, as the sites are beautiful, the staff is experienced, incredibly nice and welcoming, the trips are well organized and very reasonably priced, and the overall experience is super relaxing. Fanis and his team are very knowledgable and always willing and happy to help you, whether it's with expanding your knowledge or with giving you helpful tips on things like technique. And they manage to do this whilst always being friendly and encouraging. Safety and fun are the main priorities at this center, in that order. My partner and i have made a total of 30 dives between us at this center, and all of them felt safe, well organised and above all relaxed and fun. We have already booked our next diving holiday to Zakynthos and are very much looking forward to diving with these guys again! Thank you, Fanis and Team, for all the great memories and experiences (so far)!

  • 5/5 Luc S. 10 months ago on Google
    Very professional and cool diving team. My girlfriend took the open water course, while I did a couple of fun dives. The instructor for my girlfriend was very calm, collected and clear in teaching. Everyone is very helpful and always in for a laugh. There were several divers that had returned to the same school over many years, mainly because of the friendliness and professionalism of the team. I would definitely recommend and came back here for more dives/courses!

  • 5/5 Rayan T. 6 months ago on Google
    Such an amazing trip! Definitely recommend!! Best snorkelling experience! 🪼🐠🤿

  • 5/5 Steve D. 6 months ago on Google
    What a lovely experience we had diving with the fantastic people at Divers Paradise. The equipment was perfect and The staff were very knowledgeable and great fun. I even had help from Aris to set up my new underwater camera and underwater housing. We were even picked up from our hotel and taken back afterwards. Thank you all for a wonderful day. Steve & Debby.

  • 5/5 Oscar C. 9 months ago on Google
    Great experience with this diving center since the first contact. We did the Advanced certificate with Aris as instructor and we had an amazing time! The highlight of the 3 days was the big turtle we were lucky to see in one of our dives. Very recommendable, very nice team, taking care of safety and everything needed.

  • 5/5 Mike P. 1 year ago on Google
    I had a great time diving with the team at Diver's Paradise. They strike an excellent balance between relaxed, professional, and fun. I completed my Advanced Open Water qualification while diving with them, and there was plenty of time during the training dives to explore and experience the dive sites around Laganas.

  • 5/5 Phil E. 1 year ago on Google
    Made our Open Water Diver with Fanis and Mario. It was a very well prepared, educational and last not least fun experience. There was not a single moment we didnt feel completely safe with them. Not in the pool, nor in the open water. The instructors were kind, helpful and always accessible if we had questions. If you are looking for a place to start your diving career look no further.

  • 2/5 J M. 1 year ago on Google
    The operations team was great, thorough and professional (to an extent), but in all my years this was one of the most uncomfortable dives I have ever been on. The boating culture in Greece is disrespectful and do not take divers into consideration. There was no flag in the water and multiple boats speeding overhead throughout the dives. For any reason if you have to make an emergency ascent your life is in danger. I cannot endorse this operation.

  • 5/5 Vassy T. 1 year ago on Google
    My husband and my 11 old son was very thrilled about their first diving and they got the scuba-duba addiction 🤣. The whole team is very professional, caring and paying a lot of attention. You can book tru checkyeti or in person at the Oasis beach bar in Laganas. The diving experience is a whole day operation, first they explain, then you watch a short movie about it, trying on the suits, making yourself confortable in the pool and after that the real fun can begin. It is memorable for life. If you are nit licenced the fee is 70 €/pers. Highly recommend !

  • 3/5 Sylvia H. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a nice day of diving with these guys. As tourist season finishes around October they've been the only ones still operating. I got two dives for 100€ including all the equipment which is totally fine. It's been good organized with a quick call a day before the dive checking the weather conditions again. The equipment is not the newest one but good maintained. You habe to carry all your equipment along steep steps down to the boat which is a bit of work. As there's heaps of people doing a course you kind of feel lost when you're doing 'just' a fun dive. But if you ask you'll find someone to check whether youounted your gear the right way and you've got all your equipment. The tiny boat was loaded and that's why my friend who wanted to snorkel with me couldn't go. We started of totally cramped with fun divers, dive students, snorkelers, gear and all the instructors. The dive itself was nice through caves and even emerging once in a cave. There's not much marine live to see and don't expect colourful corals, it's the Mediterranean so it's more about the rocky formations and caves. Both the dives we made were not deep at all but less than an hour due to heavy breathing of the other divers. It's been a shame for me as we had just one guide so all of us had to go up even though I had still more than half a tank air left. All in all a good experience, next time I'd just wish for better organisation, costumer service and less people on the boat.

  • 5/5 Konstantinos T. 5 years ago on Google
    Amazing team, great divers! We asked them to take us to the White reef (butterfly cave), they promised that they would and they did it. It was our best underwater experience with the best budy divers you can find on the island. Professional service, any equipment you need is available and they own a nice and fast boat, parked in front of the diving center, to take you to the diving spots. Really unforgettable experience with the perfect team!!! Thank you Gianni and the rest of the team!

  • 5/5 J63 D. 3 years ago on Google
    Cool. A week of time at the turn of July / August and 10 dives in difficult times of covid 19. The diving center is absolutely amazing. The guest, the diver and his safety come first. I had my own equipment apart from the BCD but I saw the care for the quality of the equipment - daily maintenance. In the center of Diver`s Paradise, every diver will feel a family atmosphere. Fanis and his diving team's passion and willingness to show visitors the best and prettiest dive sites around Laganas can enchant anyone. Safety first and depending on skills and experience, different types of dives. Diving without rush, but for relaxation and pleasure. Safe storage for your own equipment, swimming in the pool in the diving center, which is also used for diving training, and a few steps below the Oasis Beach Bar, where you can relax, drink a frappe or eat something tasty. Nice front desk service (Cindy always smiling). Helpful not only under the water but also in reaching the Mario diving center. Jano trains beginner divers, takes care of the safety and satisfaction of guests on the boat and under water, and trains on the shore using floating equipment (kayaks, swimming boards). Fanis's closest associates - Aris and Pigi. Thank you all for unforgettable moments. Yes. Diver`s Paradis Diving Center is a place worth visiting, recommending and returning. Jarek.

  • 5/5 Tom K. 2 years ago on Google
    We had a excellent time here. We did our first dive with this company. The instructors explainend everything well during the lessons. Underwater they kept a close eye on us. They even made pictures!

  • 5/5 Chris B. 2 years ago on Google
    Padi DiveMaster No408737. Theofanis, Marios, Lia, Anny and Aris were very professional, in all my 10 dives with them. Clear and precise Dive Briefing, slow pace in the water, split groups according to experience, safe diving and boat not crowded. Diving gear well maintained and clean, all staff speak 2 or more languages, all extremely polite and helpful. Boat only 3min walk from the shop but you need to carry your own equipment. Staff punctual and understanding in different diving needs wrt dive sites and depth. Prices reasonable to all levels and demands. Season : 3rd to 20th Sep 2021 Water temp: from 29C @ surface to 18C @ 40m Sites: 17 different sites to choose from. I would highly recommend Divers Paradise.


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