Natoursabor

Tucked into the interior of northern Portugal, Natoursabor is the only PADI Certified dive centre in Trás-os-Montes and holds PADI 5 Star Dive Center status. Its single PADI instructor guides divers through the freshwater world of the Lagos do Sabor, a distinctive setting that sets this school apart from the coast.

Courses and who it suits

Whether you are starting out or returning to the water, there is a clear path here. The PADI Open Water Diver Course runs from USD 574, while the PADI ReActivate Scuba Refresher offers a one-day tune-up from USD 156. Divers can also take the PADI Open Water Referral Part 2/2 from USD 329 or step up with the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver from USD 443.

Air fills, nitrox, equipment rental and sales support every dive, and the team works in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese. It's a welcoming choice for anyone keen to explore freshwater diving away from the usual coastal crowds.