Top 5 Scuba Diving Sites in Spain

The sport of scuba diving allows participants the opportunity to see interesting sites and underwater worlds around the globe.  Virtually any place that there are waters to peruse, there is an opportunity for an adventure for a scuba diver.  One of the most exquisite places that those who love scuba diving can travel to is Spain.  The following are five must see dive sites for scuba diving in this beautiful country.  The sights and sounds of which will leave your mind and spirit enriched with the whimsy of the waters.

Dolphin’s Cave

Dolphin’s Cave in Spain is one of the top must see spots in Spain.  As the name suggests, the waters are located within a cave in which the entrance is marked with a statue of a dolphin.  It is a beloved spot by avid scuba divers because of the privacy that it allows.  Deep in the natural cave, the waters are flowing and the sights of the underworld of Spain can be truly understood.  Marine creatures pass and the waters dance making this site a great and unique location for a relaxing dive.  The top concern in this location is the currents but divers appear to have mastered the navigation quite easily and a guide can help to direct you around the site safely.

Carral Bernat

Spain’s Carral Bernat is also a must see location for diving in Spain.  Like Dolphin’s Cave it, too, is located near the Medas Islands and offers a beautiful underwater experience for divers.  The site is home to some of the most beautiful red reefs in the world and divers who have experienced them have noted that they are a must see for any diver.  For a unique view of these coral reef creations, be sure to visit Carral Bernat while scuba diving in Spain.

Herradura Bay

At Herradura Bay in Spain, adventure is just off of the beaches.  This sandy scuba diving venture offers unique sights to envision just off of the shore.  At three to twelve meters down, you will find the sea dotted with unique rock formations that have developed over the years.  It is visually stimulating and beautiful and is a must see for all of the divers in your group.  A wall extends further out and it is home to many unique creatures and plant growths as well.

Pecio del San Andres

If nature meets man made is what you are looking for in your dive, be sure to visit the Pecio del San Andres.  At this location, you will see an underwater sunken ship that sank in 1856.  The ship, known as El Mino, was downed into the Spanish waters in 1856 after a terrible storm pulled it to the bottom.  Time has taken its toll on the manmade vessel but there are many relics, though worn, that can still be seen in the waters.  Paddle wheels will still be visible on your dive as will be the stern.  This makes for an adventure unlike any other and should be highly considered when scuba diving through Spain.

Costa del Sol

The PADI scuba diving site is a strong encourager of a trip into the waters of the Costa del Sol.  If looking for a supervised diving experience, this is a great place to go.  Instructors that are qualified and well versed in the waters will take you to the site and allow you to explore the beauty of the waters.  Creatures are known to swim buy, close enough to touch, and unique plants line the waters.  There is something for everyone to enjoy here and it is a highly touted location for a scuba diving adventure in Spain.

If you are spending your holidays in La Manga Club make a point of looking into a scuba diving excursion.  The waters around Spain will blow your mind.