Sam diving centre de plongée sous-marine des 3 îles

Sam Diving Centre de Plongée des 3 Îles, established in 2018 and now operating as Centre de Plongée des 3 Îles, is a professional dive center located in Soubise, France. Directed by Samuel Latour, a state-certified instructor, the center offers a range of SSI-certified courses, including Discover Scuba Diving, Open Water Diver, Instructor Development Course, Boat Diving, Deep Diver, and Wreck Diver. Situated in the Pertuis d'Antioche, near the islands of Aix, Ré, and Oléron, the center provides access to numerous shipwrecks and rocky underwater sites, boasting a diverse marine fauna that can be explored by both beginner and experienced divers.

The dive center is equipped to enhance the diving experience, offering boat diving with its vessel "Mãrara," which can accommodate up to eight divers. Additional facilities include lockers, a restaurant, a bar, equipment rental, and air fills with Nitrox. Divers can participate in wreck dives, including those from World War II, and explore contemporary shipwrecks. The center also facilitates night dives, allowing for a different perspective on the underwater world.

Sam Diving Centre de Plongée des 3 Îles emphasizes a family-friendly atmosphere. For those new to diving, introductory dives and baptisms are available for individuals aged 8 and above, with a maximum depth of 6 meters. These experiences include a boat trip aboard the Mãrara, guided by a certified instructor, and conclude with a refreshment near Fort Boyard. Upon returning to Soubise port, participants receive a baptism diploma and a dive center t-shirt. The center is strategically located equidistant between La Rochelle and Royan, with Soubise port serving as its base.