Waterhoppers Corfu
Waterhoppers Corfu
4.5
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Waterhoppers Corfu was established in 1977, since then we have taken over 600,000 divers under the beautifull waters of Corfu! Weather you are an experienced diver or a complete novice our team will be there to help you and guide you through the day, making a Dive experience memerable to your holidays on Corfu!
Ipsos, Corfu, Greece
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4.5
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Deborah H
6 contributions
Jul 2018 • Family
I can’t recommend this day out highly enough. From the moment when James picked myself and two teenage daughters up from outside our hotel I felt comfortable and relaxed.
A short half hour drive with great conversation was a breeze.
Soon as we arrived at the destination his father who has run Waterhoppers( now with his son) for many years went through all aspects of what we would be doing, this was done with a big smile and many laughs.
Then into the water with a very experienced team of divers we went, small groups of 4-5 which gave it a very personnel touch.Twenty mins later after a quick practice with the equipment we were off. One diver at the front and another at the rear and myself and daughters in between. After a while we were signalled to under the water to get together for a few photos which are only 10€ for as many as you want, then off to explore the sea.
After the dive you are offered another dive for a bit longer if you wish for a few €s or there are complete diving courses to be had of which I will definitely do the next time I am here.
It’s also a beautiful setting with a great taverna next to it with good food and drink. If you could only do one excursion for great memories with your kids this would be mine every day.
Enjoy
A short half hour drive with great conversation was a breeze.
Soon as we arrived at the destination his father who has run Waterhoppers( now with his son) for many years went through all aspects of what we would be doing, this was done with a big smile and many laughs.
Then into the water with a very experienced team of divers we went, small groups of 4-5 which gave it a very personnel touch.Twenty mins later after a quick practice with the equipment we were off. One diver at the front and another at the rear and myself and daughters in between. After a while we were signalled to under the water to get together for a few photos which are only 10€ for as many as you want, then off to explore the sea.
After the dive you are offered another dive for a bit longer if you wish for a few €s or there are complete diving courses to be had of which I will definitely do the next time I am here.
It’s also a beautiful setting with a great taverna next to it with good food and drink. If you could only do one excursion for great memories with your kids this would be mine every day.
Enjoy
Written August 5, 2018
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Sue B
31 contributions
Aug 2016 • Family
What an amazing experience. Really helpful crew with a good sense of humour. We felt totally safe as absolute beginners to Scuba. Myself and 2 sons of 12 and 14 were fully briefed before experiencing underwater delights. It's really a half day event if there are a few of you as you dive in groups of 5. What I would say is be extravagant and do another dive that day as I found I spent a lot of the dive concentrating on breathing and popping my ears and trying to stay down so didn't really spend as much time as I would have liked discovering the marine life. Photos make this a must do experience.
Written September 5, 2016
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Donna
Kilkenny, Ireland74 contributions
Jul 2016 • Family
I reluctantly gave in to my husband's suggestion of bringing my kids scuba diving. Too scared to join them, I waited anxiously at the hotel, fearing all sorts, while my kids (age 9 and 13) and husband were all off having the time of their lives. We booked the trip through the falcon rep at the hotel (which was probably dearer than directly, due to the rep's commission..... it was about €57 for adults and €33 for kids). My family were collected at the hotel that morning at around 10am, and returned about 5pm. My husband was really impressed with the set up and professionalism of the instructors, particularly when he voiced his concerns about our kids complete lack of experience. They assured him that the kids would have one-on-one instructor support throughout the dive. They began initially with a safety instruction, followed by time to swim/ snorkel/ sunbathe etc. while waiting for their turn. The dive itself was about half an hour, with an option of a second dive at an additional cost. It was an amazing experience, the kids couldn't wait to fill me in on all the details on their return. It was such a confidence builder, and they felt very relaxed and safe with the instructors. I am so glad that I didn't let my own fears and anxieties stop my family from having a truly memorable experience.
Written July 10, 2016
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louis j
Brussels, Belgium1 contribution
Jun 2015 • Friends
This really was a very bad experience, they do not know the word security here,
when I learned to dive, safety was the first point, in this dive center they do not know, here are beginners just dropped into the water this while the dive leader himself is still on the boat getting his gear on and has no sight on the people in the water
Also, the material is not well maintained
I have only one advice, stay away from this center
when I learned to dive, safety was the first point, in this dive center they do not know, here are beginners just dropped into the water this while the dive leader himself is still on the boat getting his gear on and has no sight on the people in the water
Also, the material is not well maintained
I have only one advice, stay away from this center
Written June 22, 2015
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Dear friend
After reading your review, it makes me very curious to the reason you think that our club is unsafe!
At a start, we do not take beginner divers by boat, beginners start from the shore of Kruzeri beach. Before entering the water all beginners and open water divers go through a briefing of skills and safety features, which is carried out by my self (James) on the beach in our small little lecture amphitheater kind of area. Then groups are made of up to a max of 5 clients per group! After this Max our beach Master dresses all clients on the beach and sits them at the end of shore and gears all beginners whilst seated, when this is completed, divers shuffle in the water and roll into a push up position, of which they practice for at least 10 mins before the actual dive, always under the supervision of the beach team! When beginners are in the water there are up too 3-4 instructors looking after them and making sure that all clients are safe. Out of the 3-4 instructors one is the dive leader and the other 2-3 are skin divers that stay on the surface with snorkels watching every move & always ready to attend in any situation! When taking qualified divers, if the number of divers are higher than 4 divers we take 2 instructors with the boat, just to maximize safety once again!
After all this that I have written I have to ask but are you sure that you dived with my club?? I am not in Nissaki, I am 2 beaches further down. I really hate to say it but I believe you have mistaken my club for some other club! If so, could you please remove this comment out o good will and I really hope that this diving experience did not ruin your Holiday on our beautiful Island.
With respect & regards
James
Written June 26, 2015
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Robin B
Bristol, UK16 contributions
Oct 2015 • Friends
The title says it all - no show by operator at pick up point due to poor internal organisation and poor response on wasted morning waiting for the operators no show.
I would not recommend trusting your time to this company.
With my sister, an island resident, we failed to launch.
Having previously used the business, a booking was made for their Sunday boat dive.
Boat failed to show, owner/manager failed to call informing of trip cancellation. Finally managed to reach shop who said trip was cancelled because of weather but also claimed no record of booking though a deposit had been paid. A further diver waiting who had booked separately was also not on manifest for day and was not informed of no trip.
On visiting shop for return of refund, owner/manager said that had he known we were diving then he would not have turned two customers away in the morning. So it appeared that the trip was cancelled because of insufficient numbers combined with poor organisation.
Not sure I'd like to see the same level of care in an underwater environment.
I would not recommend trusting your time to this company.
With my sister, an island resident, we failed to launch.
Having previously used the business, a booking was made for their Sunday boat dive.
Boat failed to show, owner/manager failed to call informing of trip cancellation. Finally managed to reach shop who said trip was cancelled because of weather but also claimed no record of booking though a deposit had been paid. A further diver waiting who had booked separately was also not on manifest for day and was not informed of no trip.
On visiting shop for return of refund, owner/manager said that had he known we were diving then he would not have turned two customers away in the morning. So it appeared that the trip was cancelled because of insufficient numbers combined with poor organisation.
Not sure I'd like to see the same level of care in an underwater environment.
Written October 4, 2015
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Dinu N
Oradea, Romania4 contributions
Jul 2015
Mr Kosta, the owner, is a nice and kind person but the son who took care of us and his team, have a strange attitude with begginers. It true nobody in our group has dived before but that is no reason to make people feel akward about it. There are many diving centers in Corfu, i will definetly try another team for my next diving experience.
Written July 25, 2015
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Eva V
Corfu, Greece1 contribution
Aug 2015 • Friends
Me and my friends visited the diving center in order to have our first diving experience! We were a little bit nervous at the beginning but when we met the diving team we felt really comfortable . The leaders are really helpful , funny , they all count years of diving experience and they will make you feel very safe during your dive! We also had the chance to discover the beautiful waters of Kruzeri reef (the place where you will dive) and to see different species of fish . I can't really explain the feeling you get when you are diving. I guess you have to do it in order to understand it , but I can say that for me it is like you are floating in the space ! We really enjoyed the visit and we will all definitely continue scuba diving... :)
Written September 21, 2015
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brucejacobs
Dorset, UK2 contributions
Sep 2014 • Couples
we visited on our second dive.
Rough ride on a grp boat
The dive lasted no more than 22 minutes . Grass ,rocks and no more than 5 small fishes is all we saw.
If it wasnt that we had the experience ,(on our first dive few years back,) of a worst than this dive centre (also in corfu), we would review lower.
Equipment was ok and the location was realy nice
tip:avoid diving the south too !
tip2: bring along your own refreshments / water etc
Rough ride on a grp boat
The dive lasted no more than 22 minutes . Grass ,rocks and no more than 5 small fishes is all we saw.
If it wasnt that we had the experience ,(on our first dive few years back,) of a worst than this dive centre (also in corfu), we would review lower.
Equipment was ok and the location was realy nice
tip:avoid diving the south too !
tip2: bring along your own refreshments / water etc
Written June 21, 2015
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GSCOUF
Rethymnon, Greece48 contributions
Oct 2018
Maybe the dive sites are limited, because that is how Corfu is. But James and Mr. Kostas take it to another level. I dove with them numerous times and each time was giving you something. Regardless the depth, regardless the number of divers it was always a good experience! Two thumbs for all of their team, see you soon my friends!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Written September 14, 2019
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Pranav P
1 contribution
May 2018 • Solo
First time scuba diving with water hoppers and absolutely amazing experience.must recommend if you are in corfu
Written June 7, 2018
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Yes, was here 32 years ago, my son had an amazing day with Waterhoppers. Came to check it out this week, and was not here! Asked a waitress in a bar, and she hadn't heard of it? But notice that is still listed on Trip Advisor??
Written June 13, 2019
Hi, I wanted to know if it’s possible to do diving today with this weather ?
Written May 28, 2019
I went to Ipsos a beach today and was told Waterhoppers closed 2 years ago. Phoned the number listed and it was unobtainable. How come there are reviews for 2018 on Tripadvisor?
Written July 21, 2018
Waterhopperscorfu
Corfu, Greece
Hello, Waterhoppers has not closed we are open and located in Dasia, our number is 00306936121076
Regards
Waterhoppers
Written July 21, 2018
sender2018
Laufen, Switzerland
Hallo
Mein Mann würde sehr gerne einen Tauch-Tag einlegen. Wann findet der Nächste statt und wann hätte es überhaupt noch Patz.
MfG M. Sender
sender@bluewin.ch
Written May 25, 2018
Waterhopperscorfu
Corfu, Greece
Hello,, yes we do,, u can send me a txt on WhatsApp 00306936121076...
Written July 3, 2017
Can you hire paddle boards here?
Written July 13, 2016
Waterhopperscorfu
Corfu, Greece
Hello!! Unfortunately no, we only do diving, good luck on your search :)
Kind regards
James
Waterhoppers Corfu
Written August 15, 2016
Can you hire paddle boards here?
Written July 13, 2016
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