Diving Group Portofino

Located in the coastal area of Santa Margherita Ligure and Rapallo, Diving Group Portofino serves as a key hub for both recreational and technical divers in Italy. The centre is positioned to explore the diverse marine environments of the Ligurian coast, ranging from shallow reef flats to deeper technical sites.

The centre operates with a focus on advanced exploration and safety, catering to divers who want to move beyond basic recreational limits. With a strong emphasis on technical proficiency, it has become a destination for those looking to specialise in complex diving disciplines.

The centre is highly versatile, holding affiliations with a wide array of international organisations including PADI, SSI, SDI, TDI, IANTD, and UTD. This multi-agency approach ensures that divers can pursue almost any certification path they require, from entry-level courses to professional instructor levels.

Instructional expertise is a core strength here, particularly in the realm of technical diving. The team provides specialised training for advanced Nitrox, Trimix, and cavern diving, alongside dedicated programmes for wreck exploration and expeditions. For those interested in breath-hold diving, the centre also offers apnea instruction with Gianluca Genoni.

The course catalogue is extensive, covering the entire spectrum of diving. Beginners can start with SDI Scuba Discovery, PADI Open Water Diver, or SSI Open Water Diver. As you progress, the centre offers specialty training in underwater photography and rescue techniques through PADI Rescue Diver and EFR programmes.

Technical training is where the centre truly excels. You can undertake Sidemount courses, TDI Tech 1, 2, and 3, or follow the UTD technical progression. For those interested in rebreather diving, they offer specialised SHARK rebreather training, alongside advanced programmes in cavern, wreck, and expedition diving through IANTD and TDI.

The centre is equipped to support technical divers, offering specialised gas blending and recharging services. This includes support for Nitrox and Trimix profiles, essential for those undertaking deeper decompression dives.

For rebreather divers, the centre provides specific support for the SHARK rebreather system, including scrubber recharging services. This makes it a practical base for divers using closed-circuit technology in the region.