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    Diving Experience at Los Patos Island, Ilopango
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    Diving Experience at Los Patos Island, Ilopango

    Ilopango, Departamento de San Salvador, El Salvador

    About this experience

    Discover the fascinating underwater world with an experience designed for people who have never practiced diving. This introductory program will allow you to learn the basic fundamentals and make your first dive on the same day, accompanied at all times by certified professionals. The activity takes place in Lake Ilopango, an ideal environment to start diving safely. The experience begins with a theoretical talk about the effects of pressure, the behavior of air underwater, the underwater environment, and communication signals. You will then learn the correct use of the equipment through practice in shallow waters before making a guided dive of up to 40 feet (12 meters) alongside an Instructor, Assistant Instructor, or Divemaster Leader, ensuring an exciting, safe, and beginner-friendly activity. Start time: 8:00 a.m. Includes: All necessary diving equipment. Theoretical and practical class. Guided dive with a certified instructor, assistant instructor, or Divemaster. Non-alcoholic beverages. Does not include: Any service or expense not specified in the provided information. Requirements: Be 10 years old or older. Minors must have the authorization and signature of a responsible adult. Complete the corresponding medical forms. In case of any medical condition, a certificate authorizing the practice of diving will be required. Sign the waiver and acceptance of responsibilities forms.

    Meeting Point

    Meeting Point

    Lago de Ilopango

    Your Itinerary

    01

    Welcome and introduction to the program

    Reception of participants, presentation of instructors, and explanation of the development of the experience.

    02

    Theoretical diving class

    Learn the basic concepts about pressure underwater, the use of hand signals, and safety rules for diving.

    03

    Practice with the equipment in shallow waters

    Familiarize yourself with the diving equipment and perform basic exercises in a safe environment, in Lake Ilopango.

    04

    Guided dive

    Make a dive of up to 12 meters (40 feet) accompanied at all times by a certified instructor.

    05

    Conclusion of the experience

    Exit the water, provide final recommendations, and close the activity with the team of instructors.

    What's Included

    Small Groups

    Max 10 people

    Duration

    0-3 Hours

    Difficulty

    Easy

    Meeting Point

    Lake Ilopango

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    Hosted by Ilopango Divers, Centro de Buceo ADIP.

    Local Host

    We are a school specialized on the shores of the volcanic lake of Ilopango. We offer sports diving services, such as recreational dives and introductory mini-courses, exploring unique landscapes with volcanic rock cliffs and underwater hot springs. We stand out for our commitment to safety, qualified local guides, and complete equipment.

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