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Mallorca PRIVATE Reservation*Scuba dive + photo/video

5.0 · 36 reviews 2 hours (approx.) Operated by IKIGAI SCUBA · Bookable on Viator
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The most appealing part of this Mallorca experience is its small size: one instructor for two people. Alex or Jose starts you from shore, helps you adjust to breathing underwater at about 1 meter, and only goes deeper when you feel ready. The maximum depth is 6 meters, making this a gentle first introduction rather than a demanding expedition.

I like the steady, personal instruction and the included GoPro 10 photos and videos. You also get a real hour in the water, with roughly 45 to 50 minutes spent underwater. The main catch is price clarity: the advertised group rate is not the full cost, since equipment, insurance, and the guide fee require an additional charge of about €100 to €110 per person.

Key points to know before booking

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<li><strong>Private instruction:</strong> Alex or Jose works with no more than two participants, so you receive close help throughout the session.</li>
<li><strong>Shore-based start:</strong> You begin in shallow water and practice breathing before moving toward the 6-meter limit.</li>
<li><strong>Beginner-friendly approach:</strong> You do not need previous scuba experience, and the operator says you do not need to know how to swim.</li>
<li><strong>Underwater keepsakes:</strong> An assistant records photos and videos with a GoPro Hero 10.</li>
<li><strong>Marine life:</strong> You might see octopus, cuttlefish, moray eel, small grouper, sea bream, salpa, peacock wrasse, jellyfish, and other local sea life.</li>
<li><strong>Allow two hours:</strong> The meeting point is in Bendinat, about 15 minutes by car from central Palma, and private transportation is not included.</li>
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<h2>A calm first step into scuba near Palma</h2>
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<p><p>This is built for the person who has always wondered what it feels like to breathe underwater, but feels unsure about signing up for a full certification course. The session stays close to shore, uses simple instruction, and limits the group to your own party of up to two people.</p>
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<p><p>You meet at Carrer Andreu Ferret, 1, in Bendinat. The center is a PADI 5 Star facility, and the instructors named for this experience are Alex and Jose. The teaching team has 13 years of experience and thousands of underwater sessions behind them.</p>
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<p><p>That background matters most when you feel awkward with the equipment. Breathing through a regulator for the first time can feel strange, and small worries can quickly become big ones if you are in a large group. Here, the instructor stays with you, holds you when needed, and helps you adjust at your own pace.</p>
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<p><p>The session is not designed to take you far from the coast or into great depth. Its real strength is confidence. You learn how the mask, regulator, buoyancy equipment, and breathing system work while an instructor remains close enough to respond immediately.</p>
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This is a strong match for you if you:

  • Have never used scuba equipment before
  • Feel nervous about joining a large group
  • Want a short activity near Palma
  • Prefer patient, close instruction
  • Want photos and videos without handling a camera
  • Are curious about local marine life but do not need great depth
  • Are traveling as a couple or with one friend

It is less suitable if you want a certification course, a long offshore trip, or a technically challenging site. The 6-meter limit and shore-based start are deliberate features for beginners, not shortcomings for the right audience.

It may also be a poor fit if you need a fully wheelchair-accessible format or detailed transport assistance, since no accessibility information is provided. In that case, contact the operator before booking rather than guessing.

What to bring and what to confirm

The supplied information confirms that equipment is provided as part of the additional package fee. It does not give a full packing list, so you should ask what clothing, towels, footwear, and personal items are needed before arrival.

Confirm these points when booking:

  • The exact equipment and insurance fee per person
  • Whether the final charge is €100 or €110
  • How the photos and videos will be delivered
  • The exact shore location for the session
  • Any medical questions raised by the required forms
  • The transport arrangement from Bendinat to the water

These questions are not fussing over small details. The unclear extra fee is the one area that could surprise you, and the photo delivery method matters if the images are a main reason for booking.

Should you book this private scuba session?

I would choose this experience if you want a gentle, personal introduction to scuba in Mallorca. Its best features are the two-person maximum, the shallow shore start, the close help from Alex or Jose, and the included GoPro record of your time underwater.

Book it with clear expectations. You are paying for a beginner session, not certification or a deep sea expedition. Check the true per-person cost, leave 12 hours before any flight, read the medical forms, and allow extra time around the two-hour schedule.

If you want to find out whether underwater breathing is for you, this private format gives you a sensible way to try. If you already have extensive scuba experience, choose a more advanced outing instead.

FAQ

Where does the activity meet?

The meeting point is Carrer Andreu Ferret, 1, 07181 Bendinat, Illes Balears, Spain. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

How long does the experience take?

The full experience takes about two hours. You spend about one hour in the water, including approximately 45 to 50 minutes underwater.

How deep will I go?

The maximum depth is 6 meters. You start at around 1 meter and move deeper after you become comfortable with breathing and the equipment.

Do I need to know how to swim?

The operator says swimming ability is not required. You should still read the medical forms and discuss any concerns with the provider before taking part.

How many people are in the group?

This is a private activity for your group only, with one instructor for up to two participants.

Who are the instructors?

The instructors named for this experience are Alex and Jose. The teaching team has 13 years of experience and thousands of underwater sessions.

Are photos and videos included?

Yes. An assistant records photos and videos with a GoPro Hero 10, and they are included in the package.

What is the extra equipment charge?

The information states that equipment and insurance require an additional charge of about €100 to €110 per person on the day. Confirm the exact amount and currency before booking.

Can I take part shortly before flying?

No. You should not scuba within 12 hours before flying. Plan the activity so you have at least that amount of time before your flight.

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