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Diving in Alicante: Guided dives in a PADI certified dive center.
80€
Discover the seabed of the Costa Blanca with Dive Academy, your dive center in Alicante. We organize guided dives in Cala Palmera and Isla Tabarca Marine Reserve, for all levels: from the first Try Dives to full PADI certifications.
- No previous experience required
- Certified PADI Instructors
- Small groups
Why is Alicante one of the best diving destinations in the Mediterranean?
The province of Alicante concentrates most of the diving centers in the Valencian Community, and it is no coincidence. Its waters have an average visibility of between 10 and 20 meters, temperatures ranging from 14 ° C in winter and 28 ° C in summer, and a marine biodiversity that few Mediterranean coasts can match.
Diving in Alicante is an experience accessible all year round: the mild climate of the Costa Blanca allows you to organize dives in any month, which is not the case in many other parts of the Spanish coast. From the rocky seabed of Cabo de la Huerta to the Posidonia oceanica meadows of the Tabarca Island Marine Reserve, every dive has surprises in store.
At Dive Academy, our dive center in Alicante operates from Santa Pola, the point on the coast with the best access to the most valued spots in the area: Cala Palmera in the municipality of Alicante itself, and the Isla Tabarca Marine Reserve, declared the first marine reserve in Spain in 1986.
Sea conditions in Alicante, month by month
Epoch | Water temperature | Medium visibility | Recommended level |
Spring (Mar-May) | 17-21 °C | 10-15 m | All |
Summer (Jun-Aug) | 24-28 °C | 15-20 m | All |
Autumn (Sep-Nov) | 20-24 °C | 15-20 m | All |
Winter (Dec-Feb) | 14-17 °C | up to 20 m | Intermediate/advanced. |
Meet Cala Palmera, the cove of divers in Alicante
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The orography of this dive site makes it an ideal environment for many types of species, as there are rocky areas, sandy bottom and large meadows of Posidonia oceanica.
Diving center in Alicante: all our services
As a PADI certified dive center in Alicante, Dive Academy offers a complete range of activities for every diver profile, from those who have never been underwater to those who want to reach Divemaster level.
Your first breath underwater. No previous experience, with PADI instructor by your side at all times.
For PADI certified divers. Dive in Cala Palmera with an expert guide who knows the spot inside out.
Two dives in the most biodiverse marine reserve in the Spanish Mediterranean. Departure by boat from Santa Pola.
Open Water, Advanced, Rescue Diver, Divemaster and more than 12 specialties. Get certified with the largest diving school in the world.
Adapted for children as young as 8 years old. Safe environment, reduced depth and personalized attention. Ideal for families.
The same seabed, another world. Octopus hunting, starfish in motion and a completely different atmosphere.
What makes Cala Palmera special?
Entrance from beach or rock
Living seabed
Varied topography
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Frequently asked questions about the diving experience in Alicante
How much does it cost to dive in Alicante?
A guided dive in Cala Palmera with Dive Academy costs 80 €. This price includes full equipment and the accompaniment of a PADI instructor. Try Dives in Alicante, for people with no previous experience, have the same starting price. For two dives in Tabarca, the price is 90 €. The dive computer rental has an additional cost of 8 € and the full equipment of 20 €.
Can I dive in Alicante without experience?
Yes, Try Dives in Alicante is specifically designed for people without any previous experience. It is not necessary to be a certified diver or to have dived before. The PADI instructor accompanies you at all times during the dive. The only thing you need is to feel comfortable in the water and be in good general health.
What time of the year is it possible to dive in Alicante?
All year round. The climate of the Costa Blanca allows diving in Alicante all 12 months. The most comfortable conditions for beginners are from May to October, when the water reaches between 21 and 28 °C (70 and 82 °F). In winter, the water drops to about 14-17 °C but the visibility improves significantly, which attracts more experienced divers.
How long is a dive in Alicante?
The complete activity lasts between 1.5 and 2 hours, including the briefing on land and the dive. The actual time underwater is usually between 30 and 45 minutes, depending on the level and air consumption of the participants.
Where is the Dive Academy dive center?
Our dive center in Alicante is located in the Marina Miramar Marina in Santa Pola. Santa Pola is 20 minutes by car from Alicante city and 15 minutes by boat from the Isla Tabarca Marine Reserve. It is the most efficient starting point for diving on the Costa Blanca.
Can I do the PADI Open Water course in Alicante with Dive Academy?
Yes, we offer the complete PADI Open Water course, as well as the Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, Divemaster and more than twelve specialties. If you start with the Try Dives in Alicante, that first dive can count as part of the Open Water course if you decide to continue your training.
Can I dive in Tabarca departing from Alicante with Dive Academy?
Yes, although our center is in Santa Pola, we organize boat trips to Tabarca from there. Santa Pola is the closest departure point to Tabarca (only 15 minutes by boat), which means less transfer time and more dive time compared to leaving from Alicante city.
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