Oyster Diving’s Learn To Dive Holidays
A Learn to Dive Holiday Is Perfect for Individuals, Couples, and Families
Looking for more than just another sun-lounger holiday? A learn to dive holiday offers the perfect mix of adventure, bonding, and personal challenge. Instead of another week lying by the pool and getting sunburnt, why not make unforgettable memories while exploring the underwater world?
Scuba diving is not only an exciting new skill, it’s also a great way to stay active, boost confidence, and connect with others through shared experiences. Whether you’re a solo traveller seeking a new challenge, a couple after a unique getaway, or a family wanting a holiday that everyone will talk about for years to come.
Where Are The Best Holidays Destinations To Learn To Dive?
It really depends on your budget and what you are interested in seeing.
Different types of holidays can range from the azure blue waters of the Mediterranean and Carribean, shark diving in the Bahamas to chilling out with large manta rays in the Maldives.
Our team of experts have travelled the globe and are happy to offer you the best advice to get the most out of your holiday.
Below is a small selection of our favourite ‘learn to dive holiday’ destinations:
Malta, the Jewel in the Med
If you’re thinking about learning to dive, Malta is one of the best places to start, especially for UK travellers. Just a short flight from the UK, Malta offers excellent value for money, a warm Mediterranean climate, and English is widely spoken, making it stress-free for beginners.
The island’s crystal-clear waters, stunning underwater topography, and historical wrecks provide the perfect environment for learning to dive. From shallow reef dives to beginner-friendly shipwrecks, Malta combines ease, excitement, and adventure, all just a few hours away. It’s the perfect blend of culture, comfort, and underwater exploration.
Egypt, Red Sea
If you’re looking to swap the usual beach break for something more exciting, the Egyptian Red Sea is a top choice for UK travellers wanting to learn to dive. With direct flights from the UK taking just around 5 hours, it’s easily accessible and often surprisingly good value for money.
Egypt offers warm, clear waters year-round, gentle conditions ideal for beginners, and an incredible variety of marine life. From vibrant coral reefs to shallow wrecks teeming with fish, the underwater scenery is second to none. Plus, many resorts and dive centres are set up specifically with new divers in mind, offering comfort, guidance, and professional instruction in English.
Whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple, or with the family, a learn to dive holiday in the Red Sea is a fantastic way to mix sun, adventure, and discovery, without the monotony of another week on a sunbed.
Maldives, Indian Ocean
If you’re dreaming of combining relaxation and adventure, the Maldives offers the perfect setting for a ‘learn to dive’ holiday. This tropical paradise is just as stunning below the surface as it is above, think vibrant coral reefs, turquoise lagoons, and unforgettable encounters with manta rays and whale sharks, even for beginner divers.
The Maldives is ideal for those wanting to learn at a relaxed pace, with warm, calm waters and experienced dive centres that cater to all levels. Between dives, you can unwind on powder-soft beaches, enjoy world-class hospitality, and sip a cocktail while watching the sunset over the Indian Ocean.
The Maldives offers a magical balance of exploration and indulgence, a truly unforgettable way to start your scuba journey.
Make the Most of Your Holiday Time
Oyster Diving are one of the few fully bonded travel centres in the UK that also encompass a PADI 5-star dive centre.
This means you can complete all of the pool training and theory before you travel, often saving a couple of days. This opens up the opportunity to enjoy more dives and better dive sites once you have qualified on holiday.
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