Madeira Scuba Dives with Back or Heart Problems

Short answer: 3 of 5 scuba dives say they are not recommended with back or spinal problems and 5 with heart conditions. Check with your doctor and the operator. Updated 2026-11-02

We checked 5 scuba dives in Madeira; 5 state back and heart conditions details in the listing. 3 tours of 5 are not recommended for travelers with back or spinal problems, and 5 for travelers with heart conditions. The others do not mention it.

TourBack and heart conditionsOperatorFrom
First-Time Scuba Diving Adventure
“Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health”
Not recommended: heart conditionsAzul Diving Madeira$48Check dates
Diving in the Madeira Aquarium
“Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries / Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health”
Not recommended: back, heart conditionsLava Diving Center$154Check dates
Funchal: Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners
“Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health”
Not recommended: heart conditionsMadeira Divepoint$51Check dates
Discover Scuba Diving Experience in Madeira for Beginners
“Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries / Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health”
Not recommended: back, heart conditionsDive Around Madeira$114Check dates
Scuba Diving in magic wall of Madeira Island(for certified diver)
“Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries / Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health”
Not recommended: back, heart conditionsDive Around Madeira$80Check dates

Questions

Can I do a scuba dive in Madeira with a back or heart condition?

3 of 5 scuba dives say they are not recommended with back or spinal problems and 5 with heart conditions. Check with your doctor and the operator.

How up to date is this information?

We last checked these listings on 2026-11-02 and re-check every listing monthly. Operators can change their rules, so confirm before you book.

Restrictions come from each tour’s listing on GetYourGuide or Viator: the suitability notes, “Know before you go”, booking rules, and what is and isn’t included. Last checked 2026-11-02. Operators change rules, so confirm before you book.

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