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Proti island – Vourlia | Discover Snorkeling experience

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Duration

3 -3,5 hours

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Tour Type

Specific Tour

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Group Size

10 people

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Overview

Discover the world of scuba diving, snorkeling and explore the Ionian & Aegean crystal-clear waters in a unique underwater experience, with one-day mini diving courses offering a taste of what diving is all about! Discover Snorkeling 70% of the world lies just below the surface and PADI's Discover Snorkeling is... More

Discover the world of scuba diving, snorkeling and explore the Ionian & Aegean crystal-clear waters in a unique underwater experience, with one-day mini diving courses offering a taste of what diving is all about!

Discover Snorkeling
70% of the world lies just below the surface and PADI’s Discover Snorkeling is the first step towards exploring the underwater world.

Take your first step with confidence with helpful tips and suggestions to make the most of your glimpse into the watery world.

What does it take?: The desire to see a brand new world.

How long will it take?: Approximately 60 minutes for snorkeling and for the whole procedure about 3-3,5 hours.

Top destinations for snorkeling at Western Messinia in Proti island :

Proti Island 
Proti island is a small island SW from the town of Marathopolis and about 2 nautical miles from there. It is an uninhabited small island with many places to dive around it.

The island Proti, the monastery of Panagia Gorgopigi. According to tradition, the icon was found on the seashore of the island. Interestingly natural terrain first. The island, which was base for pirates, there are remains of ancient fortifications and ancient inscriptions on rocks (in the “written”).

Vourlia
Vourlia is a beautiful cove in the east side of the island. It is perfect for a check dive cause of the pool conditions in the area the blue crystal waters and the present of a 40m WW2 wreck in the middle called Anouar. The wreck is at 5 meter depth only. We make the overview and after the dive become a nice wall dive with corals and sponges on the wall.
HAZARDS:The dive site has a lot of touristic activity so many boats are passing over. The distance between the wreck in the middle of the cove and the wall must include buoy.
XP level: All
Max Depth: 12 meters

Prices per person :
€ 45,00 per adult or child 10+ years.

Max 10 persons per group.

For groups please contact us in order to offer you flexible rates.

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Learning the basic knowledge about snorkeling from an expert.
  • Development of the basic skills of diving in a protected environment such as a swimming pool or a water site with similar conditions.
  • Learn the proper use of your diving equipment and basic emergency techniques like sharing air or emptying your diving mask.
  • The Vourlia Creek is a beautiful creek to the east of the Proti island.
  • The Marathopolis region offers great diving spots.
  • Proti island : Three kilometers west of Marathopolis, the sea surrounding the Proti island (altitude 184 metres) offers many places ideal for diving.

Itinerary

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Summary - Program :
Summary - Program :

10:30 meeting in the Marathopoli village | diving center. Short briefing. Receipt of necessary equipment. Fill out a medical form-questinnaire and depart from the port for the island of Proti and the bay with the beach of Vourlia. The tour of the shipwreck and the surrounding area takes about 1 hour. About 12:30 - 13:00 return at our starting point.

This outdoor activity is available all year, depending the weather conditions and you can select your date during the booking process. We’ll then get back to you with the confirmation.

If you don’t find any dates that are suitable for you, just get in touch by phone or email and we’ll let you know if anything can be arranged. We always do our best to get the experience that suits you best.

Suggested equipment taking with you:
Suggested equipment taking with you:

Comfortable casual shoes - clothing.
Hat.
Backpack with snacks and bottle of water.
Sunglasses.
Sunscreen especially during summer months.
Swimsuit and towel.
Clothing for change.

Meeting points and departure time :
Meeting points and departure time :

Meeting point : Marathopolis port.
Meeting time : 10:30 a.m. or afternoon course.

Final time,date and information will be advised by sms or email one (1) day before the departure of your tour.

Entry requirements :
Entry requirements :

Basic physical condition : Your physical condition, no special physical condition is required. Nowadays diving is accessible to almost everybody. For safety reasons, each participant in a diving course will fill in, with the help of their doctor, a short medical questionnaire to ascertain if there would be an issue with diving.

No Scuba diving experience and license are required.

If you have any food ingredient allergy or allergy on other natural sources like egg bees,or any special meditation requirements, please let us know.
Minimum age: 10 years old.

Diving equipment :except for your swimsuit… all other equipment is lent to you when you take the course. This is included in the course price.

Children need to be accompanied by an adult.

Level of difficulty / Characteristics :
Level of difficulty / Characteristics :

Participants should feel comfortable in swimming and able to swimm.

Important notice :
Important notice :

For any tour is required a minimum number of participations in order to be materialized. In case of less participants our travel agency has the right to cancel the tour or to postpone the date in another with more participants.Last day of information about the materialisation of the tour can be 1 day before departure as some new last minute - bookings or cancelations can influence the tour.

Cancellation Policy :
Cancellation Policy :

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the prebooked tour.

Covid19 special information :
Covid19 special information :

All customer touchpoints are frequently cleaned.
Social distancing is maintained in vehicles up to 65% of the total capacity per vehicle ( taxi-minivan-minibus-bus)
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds.
Masks are required, please bring your own..

Included/Excluded

  • Snorkerling course for 45 minutes - 1 hour.
  • Snorkeling equipment.
  • Scuba diving english speaking instructor - expert.
  • Bottle of water.
  • Liability Insurance.
  • Anything not mentioned above
  • Transfer from/to your accommodation.
  • Entrance tickets to Archaelogical sites and museums.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Personal Insurance.
  • Any kind of food and beverage.
  • Tips and Portages.

Tour's Location

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FAQs

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Value
We like to give value for money, often we are cheaper than most group tours. Our Private tours are more flexible, tailored to your needs & better value for money.
I'm not staying in a hotel, what is the closest pick up point?
You will need to provide the nearest major hotel to where you are staying, and enter these details as the pick up in your booking request. Alternatively you can make your way to the main departure point (Nedontos 79 str.).
Are you offering special group rates?
Trigilidas Travel as a tour organizer is specialized also to groups and private tours so please mail us at info@trigilidas.gr or info.trigilidas.com.
Can I change/amend my booking?
It may be possible to amend your booking however, this depends upon the type of amendment required and is at the discretion of the travel service provider. Contact Trigilidas Travel customer care department with your current booking details and specific details of your amendment, and we will be able to advise if the change/amendment is possible.
When do I receive confirmation of my booking?
The confirmation process depends upon the booking conditions. These are explained in the Additional Information field, located on the tour & activity information page. Most tours are confirmed at time of booking; however, others will be advised to you within 12-48 hours. If confirmation or otherwise is not received within 48 hours, please contact us for further assistance.
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