Isla Diving Di Marcello Liori

Set on the waterfront at Cagliari in Italy, Isla Diving has been part of the scuba world since 1996 — a long-established name now recognised as a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort. With five PADI instructors on the team and an ideal location for exploring local marine biodiversity, it's a centre built around getting people comfortable and confident in the water.

Courses and what to expect

Activities run the full spectrum of experience levels. You'll find certified scuba diving courses, PADI freediving training, EFR first aid, adaptive diving and guided dives in safe, sheltered sites. The centre also runs snorkelling outings, island tours and excursions to Pan di Zucchero, so there's plenty above and below the surface. Out on the dives, marine life can include sharks, whales, turtles and ocean fish.

On site you'll find an onsite classroom, free Wi-Fi, a retail shop, parking and food and drinks, plus air fills, nitrox, and a full range of rental gear including kids' and freediving equipment. Staff speak English, Spanish, French, German and Italian, making it an easy fit for travelling divers.