Diving Grows in Popularity as Summer Approaches
With summer arriving and temperatures climbing, diving is becoming one of the most appealing ways to explore the sea and discover the underwater beauty of Spain’s coastlines. For beginners, a “baptism dive” is often the first step into the world of scuba diving. This experience includes a theoretical session led by certified instructors, followed by a supervised dive that reaches depths of up to 12 meters.
Adventure tourism is on the rise in Spain, growing by 19% over the past year according to Aladinia.com, a popular experience gift platform. More Spaniards are looking to go beyond traditional beach activities in search of immersive aquatic adventures. In response, Aladinia.com users have identified the top locations across the country to try scuba diving for the first time.
Les Basetes Bay: Calm Waters for Beginners
Located between Calpe and Benissa in Alicante, Les Basetes Bay is renowned for its clear and tranquil waters—ideal for first-time divers. The Les Basetes Diving Center offers a comprehensive program that includes theoretical instruction on equipment usage, equalization techniques, and underwater communication. This is followed by a practical dive reaching depths of up to six meters. The experience, which also includes underwater photography, is available Monday through Friday for €49.95 and offers stunning views of the nearby Peñón de Ifach.
Tarifa Island: Rich Biodiversity in a Natural Reserve
Tarifa Island, situated in a protected natural reserve in Cádiz, offers an exceptional variety of marine life including ocean sunfish, groupers, and eagle rays. Vibrant colonies of orange and green Astroides corals add color to the underwater landscape. Buddha Divers organizes guided dives lasting around 45 minutes, led by certified PADI instructors. Participants get to experience the sensation of weightlessness while observing the diverse Mediterranean marine flora and fauna. The cost is €50 per person.
Cabo de Palos: Europe’s Top Diving Destination
Recognized by the Cousteau Foundation as the top Mediterranean spot for diving, the Cabo de Palos and Islas Hormigas Marine Reserve in Murcia has also earned the title of best diving destination in Europe. Thanks to excellent preservation, the area boasts vast Posidonia oceanica meadows and rich coral formations. Diving center BalkySub, which handles over 800 baptism dives annually, offers individual experiences for €85 and a two-person package for €150.
Costa Adeje: Tenerife’s Underwater Paradise
In the southwest of Tenerife, Costa Adeje has become a favorite for divers due to its crystal-clear waters and consistent temperatures ranging from 20°C to 26°C. Visibility often exceeds 20 meters, revealing a wide array of marine species including amberjacks, groupers, wrasses, moray eels, sea turtles, and more. At Scuba Point, instructors—nicknamed the “Mermaids of Tenerife”—offer 2- to 3-hour trial sessions combining theory and hands-on training. Prices are €64.90 per person or €129.80 for two.
Strengthening the Marine Industry: Robotics and Diving in Focus
In a move to support small businesses in the marine and aquaculture sectors, more than 20 entrepreneurs and companies gathered in Puerto Montt for a regional summit on marine technology. The event, held at AIEP Puerto Montt, was organized by Sercotec’s Puerto Montt Business Center in collaboration with Corfo Los Lagos.
The meeting focused on informing attendees about Corfo’s financial instruments, eligibility criteria, and emphasis on innovation and investment. A key highlight was the proposal to form Productive Cooperation Hubs—collaborative groups aimed at boosting competitiveness and shared development among small companies in the sector.
During the session, Eduardo Arancibia Romo, Regional Director of Corfo Los Lagos, discussed the strategic pillars of the Regional Productive Development Committee (CDPR). He emphasized the importance of coordination with Sercotec Business Centers to help businesses access government support tools and navigate Corfo’s development programs.
