Petro Divers
camí de Son Pastereta, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, CYM
Over het Centrum
Petro Divers, a renowned dive center in Mallorca, is located in Porto Petro, in the southeast of the island, near Santanyí and Cala d'Or. With almost 20 years of experience, its base is situated right next to the small harbor, with the dive boat just a few steps away. It serves as an ideal starting point for diving in Mallorca and cave diving, with direct access to the Reserva Marina Del Migjorn De Mallorca and regular trips to Cabrera Island.
The center offers a wide range of activities and courses, certified by PADI, SSI, and CMAS/FFESSM. These include Discover Scuba Diving for beginners up to Instructor Development Courses. They also provide freediving courses, snorkeling tours, and boat diving, encompassing night diving, guided dives, and the possibility of night dives. The center features lockers, a bar, accommodation, equipment rental, a dive shop, and air fills (including nitrox).
Petro Divers' facilities are designed to offer a comprehensive experience. They have equipment rental, a specialized shop, nitrox air fills, and a bar for relaxation after dives. Accommodation is available for guests seeking convenience. The center also organizes cave diving trips, such as to the mysterious stalactite cave in Cala Sanau, ensuring unforgettable experiences.
Petro Divers is distinguished by its dedication to safety and underwater fun. The team speaks Spanish, English, and German, facilitating communication with an international clientele. Operating for nearly two decades, it has established itself as one of Mallorca's most iconic dive centers, offering authentic experiences as if it were a rendezvous with Jacques Cousteau.
Beschikbare Cursussen
8 cursosRescue Diver
The Petrodivers Rescue Diver course is designed to equip you with the essential skills to manage diving emergencies effectively. This advanced certification builds upon your existing open water knowledge, focusing on accident prevention, stress recognition in fellow divers, and practical rescue techniques. You will learn how to anticipate and manage potential problems, ensuring the safety of yourself and others. The program typically involves approximately 3 days of intensive training, culminating in a certification that significantly enhances your confidence and capability as a diver. This course is a critical step for anyone serious about dive safety and responsible diving practices. Safety is paramount in diving, and the Rescue Diver course at Petrodivers provides comprehensive training in accident management. You'll gain hands-on experience in various rescue scenarios, including assisting unresponsive divers, surface rescues, and managing equipment issues underwater. The curriculum emphasizes recognizing signs of stress and fatigue in other divers, a crucial skill for preventing incidents before they occur. By mastering these techniques, you'll become a more self-reliant and capable buddy, prepared to handle a wide range of emergency situations. This challenging yet highly rewarding program is a testament to Petrodivers' commitment to diver education and safety. To enroll in the Rescue Diver course at Petrodivers, you must hold an Advanced Open Water certification and have successfully completed a recognized First Aid course. These prerequisites ensure that you have the foundational knowledge and basic life support skills necessary to benefit fully from the advanced training. The course itself focuses on practical application, building upon your existing diving proficiency. Petrodivers offers this course through several reputable certifying agencies, including CMAS, PADI, PSS, and SSI, allowing you to choose the certification that best aligns with your diving goals. The training is conducted in English, with instructors fluent in German, Spanish, French, and Dutch also available to assist students. This advanced certification is a stepping stone towards further dive education, such as Divemaster or Instructor levels. By mastering rescue techniques, you not only enhance your personal safety but also become a more valuable asset to any dive group. The skills learned are applicable across all diving environments and conditions, making you a more versatile and confident diver. Petrodivers encourages all serious divers to pursue this certification to elevate their diving standards and contribute to a safer diving community. The investment in this course pays dividends in increased safety awareness and preparedness for any eventuality underwater.
Discover Scuba Diving
Embark on your underwater adventure with the Discover Scuba Diving experience offered by Petrodivers. This introductory program is meticulously designed for individuals curious about the sensation of breathing beneath the waves, requiring absolutely no prior diving knowledge. Your journey begins with a concise yet thorough theory session, where you'll grasp essential safety protocols and fundamental diving techniques. Following this educational segment, you will transition to practical skill development in a controlled shallow water environment. Here, under the vigilant and expert guidance of our seasoned instructors, you'll build confidence and familiarity with your scuba gear. The actual open water dive is a carefully managed exploration, reaching a maximum depth of 6 meters. This controlled environment ensures a safe and comfortable introduction to the marine world, allowing you to experience the tranquility and wonder of an underwater ecosystem firsthand. This program is an ideal choice for vacationers seeking a unique activity and can serve as an excellent stepping stone should you decide to pursue full scuba diving certification with Petrodivers. Petrodivers provides this foundational experience with the backing of several reputable certifying agencies, including CMAS, PADI, PSS, and SSI, ensuring that your initial foray into diving adheres to international standards. The center caters to a diverse international clientele, offering instruction and support in German, English, Spanish, French, and Dutch, making it accessible for a wide range of participants. The price for this immersive experience is set at 100 EUR, representing exceptional value for a guided introduction to a new sport. This Discover Scuba Diving course is your first step into a world of exploration. Successfully completing this experience can provide the confidence and basic skills needed to progress towards entry-level certifications like the Open Water Diver course. It’s a chance to see if the underwater realm captivates you, potentially opening the door to countless future dives and the discovery of diverse aquatic environments around the globe.
Open Water Diver
The Open Water Diver course at Petrodivers provides the foundational skills and knowledge required for scuba diving. This certification allows participants to explore underwater environments to a maximum depth of 18 meters, opening up a world of dive sites globally. The curriculum covers essential theory, including dive physics, equipment configuration and use, buoyancy control techniques, and crucial emergency procedures. Practical training involves shallow-water skill development followed by open-water dives at picturesque Mediterranean dive locations. The Mediterranean Sea offers excellent conditions for learning to dive, with water temperatures that remain inviting for extended periods, facilitating comfortable skill acquisition. Visibility is generally good, allowing for clear observation of the marine environment during training dives. The underwater topography in the areas used for training typically features a mix of sandy bottoms and rocky outcrops, providing diverse settings for practicing newly learned skills and observing local marine life. Petrodivers offers this certification through multiple recognized agencies, including CMAS, PADI, PSS, and SSI, providing flexibility for students. The center supports a multilingual learning environment, with instruction available in German, English, Spanish, French, and Dutch, ensuring that a wide range of international students can participate comfortably. The course structure is designed to be completed within 3-4 days, with scheduling options to accommodate various participant needs. This certification is the essential first step for anyone aspiring to become an independent diver. Upon successful completion, you will be qualified to plan and execute dives with a buddy to 18 meters, enabling you to enjoy countless underwater adventures. It serves as the prerequisite for more advanced training, such as the Advanced Open Water Diver course, allowing you to further enhance your diving capabilities and explore deeper or more challenging dive sites.
Advanced Open Water
**PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course with Petrodivers in Mallorca** Elevate your scuba diving skills and confidence with the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course offered by Petrodivers. This program is meticulously designed to introduce you to new diving environments and refine your existing techniques, preparing you for deeper and more varied underwater exploration. You will complete five specialized adventure dives, including a mandatory deep dive reaching up to 30 meters (100 feet) and an essential underwater navigation dive. The remaining three dives can be tailored to your interests, with options such as wreck diving, night diving, drift diving, or underwater photography, allowing for a personalized learning experience. This course typically spans 2 to 3 days, building upon your Open Water Diver certification. Petrodivers, a PADI-certified dive center, provides this advanced training in the vibrant waters surrounding Mallorca. While specific dive site details are subject to conditions, the typical adventure dives allow exploration of the island's diverse underwater topography. The PADI certification ensures a globally recognized standard for your enhanced diving capabilities. The course structure focuses on practical application, with each adventure dive designed to build specific skills and knowledge, moving beyond the basic requirements of open water diving and opening up a wider range of dive sites and experiences. This course is an excellent opportunity to further appreciate Mallorca's underwater world. The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification is a significant step in a diver's journey, enabling you to plan and execute dives to greater depths and in different conditions. It serves as a prerequisite for more specialized PADI courses, such as the Rescue Diver program or various PADI Specialty courses, including Deep Diver and Wreck Diver. By completing this course, you gain the experience and credentials to explore more challenging and rewarding dive sites, significantly expanding your potential as a diver. To enroll in the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course at Petrodivers, you must hold a PADI Open Water Diver certification or an equivalent from another recognized agency. The course fee is 420 EUR, which typically includes instruction, certification, and the use of specialized equipment for the adventure dives. Participants are advised to bring their own mask, snorkel, and fins, though these can also be rented from the center. Petrodivers offers instruction in multiple languages, including German, English, Spanish, French, and Dutch, ensuring a comfortable learning environment for a diverse range of international divers. Petrodivers is committed to providing high-quality dive education and memorable experiences. The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is a testament to this commitment, offering a structured yet flexible pathway for divers to gain confidence and competence in a variety of diving situations. The skills learned and the dives completed will undoubtedly enhance your future diving adventures, whether you are exploring local reefs or traveling to exotic dive destinations. This course is more than just a certification; it's an investment in your passion for the underwater world.
Scuba Diver
The PADI Scuba Diver course at Petrodivers offers a foundational certification for aspiring divers, enabling exploration to depths of 18 meters under professional supervision. This program efficiently blends essential theoretical knowledge with practical skills development. Participants will master fundamental diving concepts, including equipment utilization, buoyancy control, safe ascent procedures, and basic emergency response. The curriculum is structured for flexible completion over a few days, ensuring a comfortable and thorough learning experience. This certification is internationally recognized and serves as an excellent starting point for individuals eager to explore the underwater world responsibly. The course structure ensures that students gain confidence and competence in a controlled environment before progressing to open water. Petrodivers provides a supportive setting for learning these vital diving skills, preparing students for future underwater adventures. Petrodivers caters to a diverse international clientele, offering instruction in German, English, Spanish, French, and Dutch. This multilingual approach ensures that a wide range of students can comfortably engage with the course material and instructors. The center is committed to providing high-quality dive education, adhering to standards set by certifying agencies such as PADI, CMAS, SSI, and PSS. Upon successful completion of the Scuba Diver course, graduates are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to enjoy recreational diving within the limits of their certification. It is a stepping stone towards further dive education, such as the Open Water Diver certification, opening up more dive sites and experiences. The 18-meter depth limit allows for exploration of many shallow reefs and marine environments.
VDST / CMAS * Diver
The VDST / CMAS * certification, offered by Petrodivers, provides a solid foundation for exploring the underwater world up to a depth of 18 meters. This introductory course meticulously combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. You will learn about dive physics, essential equipment, and crucial safety procedures during classroom sessions and confined water training. The skills acquired are then put to the test during open-water dives at local Mediterranean sites, offering a real-world introduction to diving environments. This program is designed for individuals aged 10 and above who can swim, typically completing within 3-4 days. Petrodivers facilitates this learning experience with a commitment to international standards, as VDST/CMAS certification is recognized globally. The center supports a multilingual environment, offering instruction in German, English, Spanish, French, and Dutch, ensuring accessibility for a diverse range of international students. While specific details on instructor-to-student ratios are not provided, the focus on foundational skills suggests a supportive learning atmosphere. The course structure emphasizes building confidence and competence before venturing into open water. This VDST / CMAS * certification serves as the essential first step for anyone aspiring to become a certified diver. Upon successful completion, you will be qualified to plan and execute dives within the 18-meter depth limit, opening up a vast array of marine environments to explore. It's a gateway to further underwater adventures and a prerequisite for more advanced diving courses. The skills learned are directly transferable to future diving activities, providing a safe and enjoyable experience as you continue your journey into the aquatic realm.
VDST/CMAS**
The VDST/CMAS** Advanced Diver course at Petrodivers is designed to elevate your underwater capabilities beyond the foundational level. Building on your VDST/CMAS* certification, this program focuses on refining essential diving skills and expanding your practical experience. You will engage in advanced training scenarios that prepare you for more demanding dives, including deeper explorations and enhanced navigation techniques. The curriculum emphasizes managing complex dive situations with greater confidence and further mastering buoyancy control for optimal efficiency and environmental awareness. This course typically requires a minimum of 3-4 days to complete, offering a structured progression for certified divers. Upon successful completion of the VDST/CMAS** course, you will be qualified to undertake dives to a greater depth, typically up to 40 meters, as per standard VDST/CMAS guidelines for this level. This opens up access to a wider array of dive sites previously unavailable, including deeper wrecks and more challenging reef formations. The advanced navigation skills learned will allow you to explore these sites with increased autonomy and safety, understanding environmental factors and planning dives more effectively. Petrodivers, located in [City Name - if available in context, otherwise omit], provides the ideal environment to hone these advanced skills. Petrodivers offers instruction in multiple languages, including German, English, Spanish, French, and Dutch, ensuring a comfortable learning experience for a diverse range of international divers. While specific instructor-to-student ratios are not detailed, the center's commitment to quality training suggests a focus on personalized attention. The center is certified by CMAS, PADI, PSS, and SSI, indicating a broad scope of recognized training standards and a robust operational framework. This multi-certification approach underscores Petrodivers' dedication to providing comprehensive and globally recognized diving education. To enroll in the VDST/CMAS** course, a valid VDST/CMAS* certification is the primary prerequisite. Divers should also ensure they have adequate diving insurance. While specific equipment requirements are best confirmed directly with Petrodivers, advanced courses typically necessitate a full set of scuba gear, including a dive computer, signaling devices, and potentially specialized equipment depending on the planned dives. The course structure usually involves a combination of theoretical review and practical in-water sessions, culminating in dives that test and solidify the advanced skills acquired. This comprehensive approach ensures you are well-prepared for future advanced diving adventures.
Special courses
Petro Divers offers a diverse range of specialty courses designed to elevate your diving capabilities and cater to specific underwater interests. These programs are typically structured for brevity, spanning 1-2 days, making them an ideal addition to your vacation itinerary. Potential specializations include Nitrox Diving, which allows for extended bottom times, and Wreck Diving for those fascinated by exploring submerged historical sites. For dynamic exploration along marine formations, Drift Diving is an excellent choice, while Underwater Photography enables you to capture the beauty of marine life. The truly adventurous might consider Cave Diving for an unparalleled exploration experience. While the exact price for these specialty courses varies based on the chosen discipline and the number of required dives, Petro Divers encourages direct inquiry for precise cost details. This approach ensures you receive accurate pricing tailored to your specific course selection. The center is affiliated with multiple renowned certification agencies, including CMAS, PADI, PSS, and SSI, providing recognized credentials upon successful completion of your chosen specialty. These specialty courses are an excellent way to build upon your existing diving foundation, whether you are a newly certified diver or seeking to expand your skill set. For instance, mastering Nitrox can significantly enhance your recreational diving limits, while Wreck Diving opens up a new category of dive sites. Underwater Photography can transform your dives into creative expeditions, and advanced specialties like Cave Diving require rigorous training and adherence to strict safety protocols. Petro Divers supports a multilingual environment, with staff fluent in German, English, Spanish, French, and Dutch, ensuring clear communication and a comfortable learning experience for a wide range of international divers. This linguistic diversity is a significant asset for a dive center operating in a popular tourist destination, facilitating a more personalized and effective training experience for every student. The center's commitment to providing specialized training across various agencies underscores its dedication to diver education and exploration.
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The minimum age for Try Diving is 10 years. For Scuba Diver and Open Water Diver courses, it is also 10 years with SSI and PADI, and 12 years for VDST/CMAS Basic Diver and VDST/CMAS* courses.
Most course prices include diving gear, a personal instructor, and the specified number of dives. Certification fees are typically an additional charge (e.g., 69 Euro for SSI/PADI, 39 Euro for SSI/PADI Advanced Adventurer/Rescue Diver, and 39 Euro for VDST/CMAS courses).
Yes, complete rental equipment is available for 18 Euro per dive, or 15 Euro from 2 dives. Individual parts like wetsuits, jackets, regulators, masks, fins, boots, and gloves are also available for rent.
Diving takes place in diverse underwater landscapes including sandy bottoms, seagrass meadows, rock formations, underwater canyons, caves, and labyrinths. Specific areas mentioned include Reserva Marina Del Migjorn and Cabrera Nature Park. Wrecks are also available to be discovered.
Yes, Petro Divers provides a free shuttle service with their brand-new bus to pick up divers and their equipment from their hotels and bring them back after diving.