Children & families
Scuba divingfor children
From age six, in a pool, with a PADI instructor and no more than four in the group.
Quick answer
Can children scuba dive in Zambia?
Yes. Children aged 6 and over can join Try Scuba (K1,500), and from age 10 they can take Discover Scuba Diving (K2,200) with the Zambian Outdoor Adventure Company in Lusaka. No swimming ability is needed, sessions last 3–4 hours in a pool, and every group is capped at 4 participants with a PADI-certified instructor.
| Ages 6–9 | Try Scuba |
|---|---|
| Ages 10+ | Try Scuba, Discover Scuba Diving, Pond Scuba |
| Swimming | Not required |
| Group size | Maximum 4 |
| Duration | 3–4 hours |
| Instructors | PADI-certified |
| Where | Lusaka pools, or your own pool |
By age
What your child can do
| Experience | Price | Duration | Min. age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Try Scuba | K1,500 per person | 3–4 hours | 6+ |
| Discover Scuba Diving | K2,200 per person | 3–4 hours | 10+ |
| Pond Scuba | K2,500 full day | Full day | 10+ |
Groups
Birthdays, schools and families
Sessions can run at your own pool, which makes them popular for birthday experiences and family days. Schools can book group sessions too; send us the number of pupils and their ages and we'll plan it.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can children scuba dive in Zambia?
Yes, from age 6 with Try Scuba and from age 10 with Discover Scuba Diving, led by PADI-certified instructors in Lusaka.
What age can children start scuba diving?
Children can start Try Scuba from age 6. Discover Scuba Diving and Pond Scuba are open from age 10.
Do I need to know how to swim to scuba dive?
No. Swimming ability is not required for Try Scuba, Discover Scuba Diving or Pond Scuba with the Zambian Outdoor Adventure Company. Sessions take place in a pool or pond with a PADI-certified instructor beside you.
Is scuba diving safe for children?
Children's sessions take place in a pool, start with a safety briefing and are led by PADI-certified instructors, with no more than 4 participants per group.
Can you run a scuba birthday party?
Yes. Sessions can run at your own pool, with equipment and PADI-certified instructors brought to you. Groups are capped at 4 divers at a time.
Do you run scuba sessions for schools?
Yes. Schools are one of the groups we work with. Contact us with the number of pupils and their ages for a plan and quote.
How much does scuba diving cost in Zambia?
With the Zambian Outdoor Adventure Company, Try Scuba costs K1,500, Discover Scuba Diving costs K2,200 and Pond Scuba costs K2,500 for a full day, all per person with equipment included.
How do I book?
Message Sid Parmar on WhatsApp (+260 97 972 7627) or send an enquiry through the contact page at zambianadventures.com/contact.
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