Find the answers to the most frequently asked questions about our diving services in this sections. Questions about courses, programs, trips and other services we offer at Lotus Diving. If you do not find the answer, do not hesitate to contact us.
Are there any minimal requirements for diving?
Yes!
But it is quite accessible to any healthy person as young as 10 years old. Some restrictions may apply due to medical conditions known to be incompatible with diving.
I want to dive but I have a disability and can do the daily things without assistance, is it possible?
Yes!
Some skills are required for diving but it has been made accessible to most people and if the disability allows you to perform those skills without assistance there is no major concerns.
I have a medical condition is it possible for me to dive?
Yes!
Depending on the condition and under the clearance of a doctor taking part in diving activities is still accessible.
I am using prescription drugs, does it may cause a problem for me and should I communicate this information to the centre?
Yes!
You should inform the dive center of any changes from the medical.
I am pregnant can I dive?
No!
As little is known about the physiology of women and fetuses during pregnancy it is not advised to go diving.
I am already a certified diver with an another association, federation or dive club can I go on a dive trip?
Yes!
Lotus Diving as well as the SSI educational system recognizes certification from other dive teaching communities with proof of competence. Here are some of the common ones accepted at our dive center:
SSI – Scuba Schools International
BSAC – British Sub-Aqua Club
CMAS – Confédération Mondiale des Activités Subaquatiques
FFESSM – Fédération Française d’Études et de Sports Sous-Marins
NAUI – National Association of Underwater Instructors
SDI – Scuba Diving International
TDI – Technical Diving International
IANTD – International Association of Nitrox and Technical Divers
PADI – Professional Association of Dive Instructors
If you are certified with another agency not listed here or have a different certification or specific level the best is to contact us directly.
Can passengers such as friends or family members can accompany on dive trips?
Yes!
Additional people such as snorkelers or non-divers can join our boat trips for some fees to cover lunch or additional equipment.
I have my own equipment and gear do I get some specials or discount?
Yes!
Some specials and discounts can be applied for customers having their own set of dive equipment. Please contact one of our representatives by visiting our contact page.
I am already a PADI or SSI diver but i don’t have my certification and logbook with me. Can I dive?
Yes!
By providing basic information such as your name and date of birth, some certifications can be verified online in real-time on certifying agency systems by one of our professionals.