Centre de plongée La Cigale
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Centre de plongée La Cigale

port, Av. Henry Clews, 06210 Mandelieu-la-Napoule, France, Mandelieu-la-Napoule, Alpes-Maritimes, FRA

LanguagesFR · EN
Languages
FREN
Kid-friendly
No
Accessible
No

About the Center

Centre de plongée La Cigale, located in Mandelieu-la-Napoule, France, is a dive center with over 10 years of experience on the French Riviera, near Cannes. Certified by PADI, SSI, CMAS/FFESSM, and TDI, it offers a comprehensive range of courses, from Discover Scuba Diving to professional levels such as the Instructor Development Course and Niveau 3 FFESSM. Specialized training like Boat Diving and Moniteur Fédéral is also available.

Dives are primarily conducted in the Esterel region and around the Lérins Islands, including a unique excursion to the underwater eco-museum with guided snorkeling tours. The center boasts a comfortable facility and an aluminum boat with a capacity for 12 people, ensuring small-group dives for a more personalized and secure experience. On-site amenities include free parking, private hot showers, and lockers.

La Cigale Plongée prioritizes comfort and quality service, offering equipment rental, air fills (including nitrox), and both boat and shore diving options. For those seeking a complete stay, accommodation is also provided. Its convenient location, close to the highway exit, makes it easily accessible, and the proximity to restaurants and bars at the port adds to its appeal.

The center operates in French and provides additional services such as airport transfers. They pride themselves on their attention to detail and the quality of their training, fostering a welcoming environment for divers of all levels.

Available Courses

19 cursos

Scuba diving baptism

Découverte du monde sous-marin pour débutants.

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Plongeur secouriste

Formation aux techniques de sauvetage et de gestion des urgences.

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Divemaster

Premier niveau de certification professionnelle pour guider les plongeurs.

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Nitrox

Spécialité de plongée à l'air enrichi.

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Épaves

Spécialité axée sur l'exploration des épaves.

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Discover Scuba Diving

Discover Scuba Diving in Mandelieu-la-Napoule. Taught by certified instructors at Centre de plongée La Cigale.

Discover Scuba Diving Beginner
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Open Water Diver Course

Open Water Diver Course in Mandelieu-la-Napoule. Taught by certified instructors at Centre de plongée La Cigale.

Open Water Diver Course Beginner
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Advanced Open Water Course

Advanced Open Water Course in Mandelieu-la-Napoule. Taught by certified instructors at Centre de plongée La Cigale.

Advanced Open Water Course Advanced
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Rescue Diver Course

Rescue Diver Course in Mandelieu-la-Napoule. Taught by certified instructors at Centre de plongée La Cigale.

Rescue Diver Course Advanced
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Instructor Development Course

Instructor Development Course in Mandelieu-la-Napoule. Taught by certified instructors at Centre de plongée La Cigale.

Instructor Development Course Professional
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Boat Diving

Boat Diving in Mandelieu-la-Napoule. Taught by certified instructors at Centre de plongée La Cigale.

Boat Diving Beginner
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Discover Scuba Diving

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Open Water Diver

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Advanced Open Water

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Rescue Diver

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Instructor Development Course

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Boat Diving

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Niveau 3 FFESSM

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Moniteur Fédéral

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Services

Guided divesBoat divesShore divesNight divesChartersEquipment rentalServicingRetail storeAir fillsNitrox fillsMedical checkseLearningPhoto serviceDiving club

Facilities

Pool
Classrooms
Shop
Workshop
Compressor
Lockers
Showers
Parking

Specialties

Wrecks🧥DrysuitDeep🧪Nitrox📷Underwater photography🛟Rescue🧒Kids🫁Freediving

Brands they work with

MaresScubaproCressiAqualungSuunto

Destinations & trips

Egipto
Mar Rojo
2 veces al año
Maldivas
Atolón Sur Malé
Anual
Indonesia
Komodo
Cada 18 meses
México
Cozumel
Anual

Recommended dive sites

The spots this centre offers its students

Cueva de los Tiburones
18 m max. Open Water
Pecio HMS Sussex
32 m max. Advanced
Jardín de Coral
12 m max. Discover Scuba
Bajada del Cabo
25 m max. Open Water
Pared Azul
40 m max. Deep Diver
Arrecife de las Morenas
16 m max. Open Water

Climate

Annual average

Monthly historical data to plan your dives

13°
Jan
14°
Feb
16°
Mar
18°
Apr
21°
May
25°
Jun
28°
Jul
29°
Aug
26°
Sep
22°
Oct
17°
Nov
14°
Dec
Air temp (°C) Sea temp (°C) Rain (mm)

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Frequently asked

What people ask before booking

Yes. A medical certificate of non-contraindication to scuba diving, dated within the last year, is mandatory for all training and guided dives.

Your certification card is required before boarding. Without it, you won't be allowed to dive.

They accept credit card, cash, bank transfer, and ANCV Chèques-Vacances (including ANCV Connect digital vouchers).

Cancel more than 48 hours before and there's no charge. Cancel within 48 hours and no refund is issued. If the club cancels due to weather or safety reasons, you get a rescheduled session or a full refund.

Yes, a 50% deposit may be required when booking training or group sessions.

The website runs in both French and English, so English-speaking divers are catered for.

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port, Av. Henry Clews, 06210 Mandelieu-la-Napoule, France, Mandelieu-la-Napoule, Alpes-Maritimes, FRA


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