REVIEW · MALLORCA
Mallorca PRIVATE Reservation*Scuba dive + photo/video
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Trying scuba for the first time gets real fast. This private 1-instructor-to-2 experience in Mallorca keeps you close to the training team, with simple in-water breathing lessons and GoPro 10 photos/video. I love how the instructors Alex and Jose (and sometimes Nuria) focus on reassurance as much as technique, especially if you’re nervous. I also like that you start gently from the shore at about 1 meter, then build up while you learn how to manage the gear. One consideration: you’ll need to budget an extra on-the-day per-person fee for equipment/insurance and the media package.
If you want the best first day under the surface, the structure matters. You get a short theory start, then a long, guided time underwater (about 45–50 minutes) to actually enjoy the sea life, not just practice skills. The other big win is that you don’t need to be a strong swimmer. The gear is managed with your instructor right there, so you can focus on breathing and staying relaxed.
In This Review
- Key Highlights You’ll Notice Right Away
- Palma Area Welcome: Where the Day Starts and Why It Helps
- What Happens Before You Go Under: The 10-Minute Theory That Actually Works
- Shore to Underwater: Learning Breathing and Gear at a Comfortable Pace
- The “Go Up to 5 Meters” Part: Time Underwater and What You’ll See
- Photos and Video With GoPro Hero 10: Getting Proof Without Stress
- Instructors Alex and Jose (Plus Nuria): Why the Human Factor Matters
- Price, the Extra On-the-Day Fee, and What You’re Really Paying For
- Practical Tips Before You Go: Safety, Health, and Comfort
- Where This Fits Best: Who Will Love It
- Should You Book This Mallorca Private Scuba Session?
- FAQ
- How long is the private scuba session?
- Is this a private experience?
- What depth will I reach?
- Do I need to know how to swim?
- What’s included with the price?
- How much is the extra fee for equipment?
- Where do we meet?
- Is transportation included?
- What do I need to do before going?
- What happens if the weather is bad?
- What languages are the theory instructions offered in?
Key Highlights You’ll Notice Right Away
Instructors Alex and Jose (Plus Nuria): Why the Human Factor Matters
A few rules are clearly stated:
- No diving 12 hours before flying. Plan your dates so you’re not mixing scuba with a flight the next day.
- You’re asked to read the medical forms linked before booking/going. Use the provided link and follow the center’s guidance.
- The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered another date or a full refund.
Also, this is listed as most travelers can participate, but that doesn’t replace the medical check. If you have any health questions, do the form review carefully.
What to do with this information: treat it like the boring part that saves the exciting part. The better you prepare, the smoother your first underwater breathing experience will feel.
Where This Fits Best: Who Will Love It
This is a strong match if:
- you’re trying scuba for the first time
- you want a private setup where your instructor can focus on you
- you’re nervous about the idea of breathing underwater and want extra hands-on support
- you care about getting real underwater photos/video without managing camera gear
If you’re an experienced diver looking for a deep technical challenge, the shallow max depth and first-timer focus likely won’t satisfy your goals. But if you want a safe, guided, memory-making first session, it’s exactly the kind of structure that makes people come back.
Should You Book This Mallorca Private Scuba Session?
I’d book it if your priority is a calm first experience with close guidance and included GoPro media. The private 1-instructor-to-2 format plus the shallow start at around 1 meter is a smart combo for reducing fear and building real confidence fast. You also get meaningful underwater time, not just a quick trial.
I’d think twice or budget carefully if you dislike add-on fees, since you should plan for the per-person on-the-day equipment/insurance/media package fee (listed as 110€ per person). If you’re prepared for that, the value is strong for what you get: structured learning, safety support, and a real chance to see sea life like cuttlefish and octopus.
If you want your first underwater memory to feel fun instead of stressful, this is the sort of Mallorca activity that delivers.
FAQ
How long is the private scuba session?
The whole experience takes about 2 hours. The time underwater is described as 45/50 minutes, with about 1 hour in the water including setup moments.
Is this a private experience?
Yes. It’s described as private, with only your group participating. The instruction ratio is 1 instructor to 2 people.
What depth will I reach?
You’re guided up to around 5 meters and the experience notes 6 meters maximum depth. The session starts around 1 meter to help you get comfortable.
Do I need to know how to swim?
No swimming skill is required. You’re told there’s no need to know to swim, and the instructor provides support throughout.
What’s included with the price?
The description says you’ll receive underwater pictures and videos with GoPro Hero 10. There is also an on-the-day fee for equipment/insurance and the package.
How much is the extra fee for equipment?
An 110€ fee per person is listed as needing to be paid for rental equipment on the day of the activity. The info also references 100€ per person for insurance and rental of equipment, so you should confirm what’s covered in the total you’ll pay per person on the day.
Where do we meet?
Meet at Carrer Andreu Ferret, 1, 07181 Bendinat, Illes Balears, Spain. The activity ends back at the same meeting point.
Is transportation included?
No. Private transportation is not included.
What do I need to do before going?
You should read the medical forms using the provided link. Also note the rule about not diving within 12 hours before flying.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
What languages are the theory instructions offered in?
The theory is described as basic English. For French, there’s online theory in French by phone, and it’s also available in 24 other languages.
