MacroiDive | Buceo Tossa
Camí Vell de Sa Farola, 17320 Tossa de Mar, Girona, Spain, Tossa de Mar, Girona, ESP
About the Center
MacroIDive | Buceo Tossa, located in the picturesque Tossa de Mar, Spain, is a dive center recognized for its PADI and SSI certifications. It offers a comprehensive range of courses, from Discover Scuba Diving for beginners to advanced levels such as Rescue Diver and the Instructor Development Course. Specialties like Boat Diving, Deep Diver, and Night Diver are also highlighted, catering to the needs of divers of all experience levels.
The center is equipped with complete facilities to ensure a comfortable and safe diving experience. Guests can utilize lockers, a bar for relaxation, equipment rental services, and a specialized dive shop. Furthermore, MacroIDive provides air fills with nitrox and organizes boat diving activities and night dives, as well as guided dives to explore the best dive sites in the area.
MacroIDive's philosophy, led by PADI Instructor Cristina Marquès, focuses on delivering quality courses with small groups and personalized attention. The passion for underwater exploration and teaching is evident, along with a deep respect for the marine environment. The center encourages divers to sign up for guided trips and courses to discover the rich macro and ambient life of Tossa de Mar, such as nudibranchs like Flabelinas and Aniopella cirstata, anglerfish, John Dory fish, and octopuses.
MacroIDive also operates a shop where customers can purchase or upgrade their diving equipment, offering expert advice to find products best suited to their needs. The center promotes an ecological approach in all its activities, always striving to minimize impact on the underwater environment and preserve the beauty of marine ecosystems for future generations.
Available Courses
10 cursosPadi Traje Seco
The PADI Dry Suit Diver specialty course, offered by Macroidive, provides the essential skills for comfortably diving in cooler waters. This specialty focuses on the safe and effective use of a dry suit, allowing you to extend your diving season and explore new environments. The course includes two open water dives to practice specific techniques, such as donning and doffing the suit, controlling buoyancy with dry suit inflation, and managing potential in-water incidents. The theoretical part delves into the advantages of dry suits, the different types available, and essential maintenance procedures, ensuring a comprehensive understanding. This specialty can typically be completed in a single day, making it a highly accessible add-on training. To enroll, you must be at least 12 years old and hold a PADI Open Water Diver certification or equivalent. A diving medical certificate no older than two years is mandatory. Additionally, dive insurance is required, which can be arranged through the center if needed. Registration also requires a copy of your ID/NIE. Upon successful completion of the PADI Dry Suit Diver course, you will receive a globally recognized certification. This qualification allows you to confidently use a dry suit, opening up year-round exploration possibilities, regardless of water temperature. Macroidive also offers dry suit rentals, a convenient way to try out this equipment before or after the course. This specialty is highly recommended for those who want to expand their diving options, especially in areas with cold water or simply to enjoy greater comfort during dives. For those looking to further their education, this specialty often complements other courses such as PADI Nitrox or PADI Advanced Open Water Diver. The knowledge of buoyancy control and thermal protection with a dry suit is invaluable for deeper or longer dives. The PADI certification ensures your new skills are recognized worldwide, allowing you to confidently tackle diving adventures in a wide range of conditions. Macroidive's experienced instructors are dedicated to providing a safe and informative learning environment for this valuable specialty.
Buceo Profundo PADI
The PADI Deep Diver specialty course, offered by MacroDive, is designed specifically for certified divers who want to safely extend their exploration beyond usual recreational limits. This program focuses on mastering the procedures and techniques needed to dive to depths of 40 meters, a significant increase from the typical 18-meter limit for an Open Water Diver. You will learn about proper dive planning, equipment considerations for deeper environments, and how to manage physiological effects associated with increased pressure, such as nitrogen narcosis. The course typically lasts 2 to 3 days, combining theoretical knowledge with practical application. Theoretical modules cover essential topics such as advanced gas planning for deep dives, decompression theory, recognizing and mitigating nitrogen narcosis, and specific emergency protocols for deep diving. These sessions are complemented by four open water dives under the direct supervision of your PADI instructor. During these dives, you will progressively increase depth, practicing learned skills in a controlled and safe manner. The PADI certification you will receive is globally recognized, allowing you to responsibly explore a wider range of dive sites, including deeper wrecks and vibrant coral reefs. To take this specialty, you must be at least 15 years old and hold a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification or equivalent. A valid medical certificate, no older than two years, confirming your fitness to dive is mandatory. Dive insurance is also required, and MacroDive can assist you in obtaining it if you don't have one. For registration, you will need to provide a copy of your ID/NIE and a passport-sized photograph. This specialty is a logical progression for divers seeking access to more challenging and rewarding dive sites. It significantly broadens your capabilities and opens up a wider range of underwater environments. Many divers combine the Deep Diver specialty with other PADI specialties, such as Wreck Diver or Enriched Air Diver, to further enrich their diving experience and explore the underwater world with greater confidence and skill. The average sea temperature in the area, according to historical data, is around 19.1°C, making it suitable for diving with appropriate thermal protection for a good part of the year.
Padi Flotabilidad en su Máximo Rendimiento
Mastering buoyancy is the cornerstone of advanced diving, and the PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy specialty course, offered by Macroidive, is meticulously designed to enhance your underwater control. This course focuses on refining the buoyancy skills introduced in your initial certifications, enabling you to achieve a neutral position and hover effortlessly. Reaching this level of control conserves air, reduces physical exertion, and minimizes your impact on fragile marine ecosystems. The PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy certification is a globally recognized testament to your honed diving abilities. This specialty is typically completed in a single day, blending essential theoretical knowledge with practical application. You will explore buoyancy principles, weight distribution, and optimal breathing techniques for improved control. Practical sessions involve specific exercises designed to fine-tune your weighting and equipment configuration, allowing you to move with grace and precision. This course is fundamental for any diver seeking to elevate their underwater experience and become more environmentally conscious. To enroll in the PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy course, you must be at least 10 years old and hold a PADI Open Water Diver certification or equivalent. A current medical certificate, no older than two years, confirming your fitness to dive is required. Dive insurance is also mandatory; if you do not have one, Macroidive can assist you in obtaining it. A copy of your ID/NIE is necessary for registration. Upon successful completion, you will earn the PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy certification, a highly valuable addition to your diving education. This skill is not only key to more fully enjoying your dives, allowing you to observe marine life up close without disturbance, but also directly contributes to more efficient air consumption. Mastering buoyancy is a pivotal step for any diver looking to progress and gain confidence in various underwater environments. It complements all other courses and certifications, making you a more capable and aware diver.
Curso Open Water Diving
Entry-level scuba certification course. Learn fundamental open water diving skills. Includes theory, confined water practice and open water dives.
Bautizo
First diving experience supervised by an instructor. Discover the feeling of breathing underwater without certification.
Advanced Open Water Diver
Entry-level scuba certification course. Learn fundamental open water diving skills. Includes theory, confined water practice and open water dives.
Especialidad de Buceo Nocturno
Permite bucear con Nitrox o aire enriquecido, aumentando el tiempo bajo el agua y la seguridad.
Buceador de Rescate
The PADI Rescue Diver course at MacroDive is a pivotal training program, crafted to significantly enhance your safety awareness and equip you with the skills to prevent and manage dive emergencies. Many divers find it to be the most rewarding and valuable course they've undertaken, as it shifts the focus from self-preservation to the well-being of dive buddies. This comprehensive program fosters a proactive approach to dive safety, extending beyond personal skill development to encompass the safety of the entire dive group. The course requires a minimum of 2 to 3 days and includes five theoretical modules covering accident management and prevention. These theoretical foundations are immediately put into practice through 10 hands-on exercises designed to hone your response capabilities to various in-water emergencies. The program culminates in two realistic rescue simulations, meticulously designed to test your ability to apply learned techniques under pressure, in conditions that mimic real-life scenarios. To qualify for this advanced training, you must be at least 12 years old and hold an Advanced Open Water Diver certification or equivalent, demonstrating a solid foundation of dive knowledge and experience. A current medical certificate confirming your fitness to dive is mandatory. MacroDive offers this essential, internationally recognized PADI certification, attesting to your capability to assist other divers in distress and manage dive emergencies effectively. This qualification marks a significant step towards becoming a more experienced and responsible diver, often serving as a prerequisite for further professional training, such as Divemaster. Course materials include a PADI e-learning kit, allowing for flexible study, and all necessary equipment for practical exercises, ensuring you are equipped with the tools needed to succeed. Dive insurance is also required, which you can arrange through the center if you do not have your own. While specific dive sites for practical rescue exercises are not detailed, the course structure emphasizes realistic emergency response training. The area's weather data reveals a broad range of air temperatures, from 10.1°C in January to 24.7°C in July, with an average sea temperature of 19.1°C, suggesting you will need adequate thermal protection depending on the time of year you undertake your training. This course is essential for anyone serious about dive safety and exemplifies MacroDive's commitment to developing responsible and capable divers within the PADI framework.
Padi Nitrox
Learn to dive with enriched air (Nitrox). Extend your bottom times and reduce nitrogen fatigue.
Padi EFR Primeros auxilios
El curso PADI Emergency First Response (EFR) es un programa reconocido mundialmente, diseñado para dotarte de las habilidades y la confianza necesarias para prestar atención inmediata en una emergencia médica. Este curso cubre la atención primaria y secundaria, incluyendo RCP (Reanimación Cardiopulmonar) y el uso de DEA (Desfibrilador Externo Automático), además de técnicas básicas de primeros auxilios. Te prepara para actuar con eficacia no solo en situaciones de buceo, sino también en la vida cotidiana, sin requisitos previos, por lo que está al alcance de cualquiera que quiera aprender habilidades que salvan vidas. Esta certificación está reconocida internacionalmente y demuestra tu capacidad para prestar atención de emergencia, capacitándote como primer interviniente. Este curso de especialidad, que ofrece MacroDive, suele completarse en un día. Incluye módulos teóricos que explican los principios de la respuesta ante emergencias y la atención al paciente, combinados con sesiones prácticas usando maniquíes y material de emergencia para simular situaciones reales. El objetivo es desarrollar habilidades prácticas y capacidad de decisión en situaciones de estrés. Aunque el curso en sí no incluye inmersiones en aguas abiertas, es un componente clave para muchas certificaciones PADI, incluido el curso PADI Rescue Diver, y muchos buceadores lo realizan para reforzar su preparación en seguridad. El curso EFR no exige requisitos previos de buceo, por lo que es un punto de partida ideal para cualquiera que quiera aprender habilidades vitales de respuesta ante emergencias. Los materiales del curso incluyen un kit de e-learning, y todo el equipo necesario para los simulacros de emergencia lo proporciona el centro. Este paso proactivo para mejorar tu seguridad y preparación es valioso tanto si eres un buceador experimentado como si eres nuevo en el mundo submarino, preparándote para emergencias dentro y fuera del agua. Al completarlo con éxito, recibirás la certificación EFR, reconocida internacionalmente. Esta certificación suele ser un requisito previo para el curso PADI Rescue Diver y otras certificaciones profesionales de PADI, siendo un paso lógico para quienes quieren avanzar en su formación de buceo. Te da la confianza y la competencia para gestionar emergencias médicas, permitiéndote marcar una diferencia importante cuando de verdad importa.
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The minimum age for a Discover Scuba Diving experience is 8 years old.
Upon completion of the Open Water Diver course, you will be certified to dive up to a maximum depth of 18 meters (25 meters in Catalonia).
The Advanced Open Water Diver course can usually be completed in 2 to 3 days.
To enroll in the Rescue Diver course, you need to be at least 12 years old, hold an AOW PADI certification or equivalent, and have a valid medical certificate.
The guided dive price includes a tank and weights. A full equipment rental package is also available for a higher fee.
Yes, Macro & Dive offers equipment rental, with prices listed per piece or for a full set.
Camí Vell de Sa Farola, 17320 Tossa de Mar, Girona, Spain, Tossa de Mar, Girona, ESP