Diving baptism in the Benidorm Island

Have you always thought that the only way to "dive" in Benidorm was with sun loungers, sangria and laughter in the background? Well no, there's a whole world underwater waiting for you. If you've never tried breathing with a regulator or wiggling fins like a curious fish, it's time to step out of your comfort zone (but in style).

During this diving baptism in Benidorm, just a few minutes from the coast and accompanied by a certified instructor, you will experience your first underwater d ive in complete safety, without the need for a licence. In about 2 and a half hours, you'll discover what it's like to float among the fish, exploring the shallows in one of the Costa Blanca's liveliest destinations. No one will ask you to become the new Jacques Cousteau, but you may be surprised how much you'll want to do it again.

What we will do

Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled time at the meeting point in Benidorm, Alicante . The instructor will be waiting for you there and will guide you step by step throughout the experience. We’ll start with a theory session lasting around 20 minutes, during which the instructor will explain the basics of safe diving, as well as how to use the equipment.

Next, we’ll move on to fitting the equipment: you’ll be provided with everything you need, from the wetsuit to the regulator. Once ready, we’ll walk to the boat moored just a few metres from the centre, with no need for a transfer by car or minibus.

We’ll board a 6-metre inflatable boat, fitted with a 200-horsepower engine, and after about 20 minutes’ sailing we’ll reach Benidorm Island, a protected area rich in biodiversity.

There, our guided dive will begin, lasting approximately 35 minutes. The clear water and shallow depth (maximum 6 metres) will make it easy to spot rays, octopuses, schools of colourful fish and barracudas.

Once finished, we’ll return by boat to the departure point. The experience lasts a total of around 2–2. 5 hours.

Who it is aimed at

The activity is recommended for children aged 10 and over. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult, who may remain on board even if not participating in the dive.

It is not necessary to know how to swim to participate, but it is necessary to have a good command of the water.

The activity is forbidden to pregnant women, people with heart problems, recent surgeries, hearing problems or serious illnesses. Before diving, you will be asked to complete a liability form.

The experience is ideal for first time divers: no licence is required and you will always be accompanied by an instructor, with a maximum of 2 participants per guide.

Other information

The experience takes place from February to November.

There is a pay-and-display car park in the area, just a 3-minute walk away. The meeting point is accessible by public transport.

At the diving centre, you’ll find changing rooms with showers, toilets and lockers to store your personal belongings.

Accompanying guests can wait at the dive centre or board the boat (at an additional cost) . Dogs are allowed, provided they are kept on a lead.

If you’d like a souvenir of the experience, you can book the photography service (at an extra cost, which varies). Please contact the diving centre for further information. You’ll receive the contact details in your booking confirmation email.

Scuba diving is not recommended within 24 hours of a flight.

Recommended clothing

Swimwear

Don't forget to bring

• Towel
• Dry clothes