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Dive centre · Côte d'Azur · France

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Divecenter Ile d'Or

Dive from a fleet of four dedicated vessels, including rescue boats and a semi-rigid, operating out of the natural setting of Le Dramont.

What sets this centre apart

  • Directed by Pierre Rambow since 1994
  • Fleet of four boats including a semi-rigid
  • Capacity for 90 divers per rotation
  • On-site Bauwer and L&V compressors
  • Full kit hire including 5L to 15L cylinders
  • Oxygen and VHF available on all boats
  • Outdoor area with hot showers and rinsing tables
  • Located at Camping Campéole du Dramont
  • Open for diving all year round
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Divecenter Ile d'Or about the centre

Located in Saint-Raphaël at Le Dramont, Divecenter Ile d'Or has been a fixture of the Côte d'Azur diving scene since 1994. The centre is situated within the Camping Campéole du Dramont, positioned just a short distance from the small harbour where the boats are moored.

This is a family-run establishment led by Pierre Rambow, offering a professional yet personal environment for divers. Whether you are staying at the campsite or travelling from nearby Cannes or Nice, the centre provides a dedicated base for exploring the Mediterranean.

The club and its team

The centre is directed by Pierre Rambow, who has managed the school for three decades. This long-standing local expertise ensures a stable and professional environment for all divers.

The team communicates in French, German, and English, making it easy to coordinate dives and training regardless of your native language. The atmosphere remains familial, catering to both regular divers and those visiting the region for the first time.

The centre at a glance

Operating since
1994
Languages spoken
French · German · English
Website available in
German · French
Management
French
Boats
4 · lifeboat, RIB · 90 divers per rotation
Equipment rental
full set (mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit, booties, weights, BCD, regulators, 5L – 15L DIN/INT tank)
Oxygen on board
Yes
On board
legal safety equipment (oxygen, VHF, first aid kit)
Access and transfers
Located on the Camping Campéole du Dramont, 30 km from Cannes and 70 km from Nice. The boats are moored in the small port a few meters from the school.
Accommodation
The centre is located on the Camping Campéole du Dramont, also accessible for non-resident divers.

Courses on offer

The centre provides a range of training and instruction, though specific course catalogues should be confirmed upon arrival. They are equipped to handle various levels of diver development in the local waters.

The boats

The fleet consists of four boats, including three rescue boats (chaloupes de sauvetage) and one semi-rigid. These vessels are powered by 150hp engines and are designed to handle the local conditions effectively.

The boats have a combined capacity to accommodate up to 90 divers per rotation. All vessels are equipped with legal safety gear, including VHF radio, first aid kits, and oxygen.

Equipment and gases

On-site facilities include a dedicated storage and rinsing area, a repair workshop, and a reception area with a bar. For your comfort after a dive, there are outdoor hot showers, rinsing tables, and a social space equipped with a parasol and a refrigerator.

The centre operates two compressors, a Bauwer and an L&V, both with a flow rate of 900L/min. They also welcome autonomous divers looking to fill their own cylinders.

Full equipment hire is available for those not travelling with their own kit. This includes masks, snorkels, fins, wetsuits, boots, weights, BCDs, and regulators. You can also choose from a range of cylinder sizes, from 5L to 15L, with both DIN and INT valve options.

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