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Snorkeling and scuba diving in Dénia

Immerse yourself in a Mediterranean full of life

Dénia is one of the best destinations on the Mediterranean coast for snorkeling and scuba diving. Its coastline combines clear waters, rocky bottoms, posidonia meadows and an exceptional marine biodiversity, especially in the Cabo de San Antonio Marine Reserve, a protected area that preserves habitats of great ecological value.

Whether you are a beginner or a certified diver, here you will find a perfect environment to explore the seabed safely, with dive centers and specialized schools offering baptisms, guided trips, courses and equipment rental. For those who prefer snorkeling, the coves and shallow areas allow you to observe fish, octopus, starfish and rock formations without the need to dive.

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Why dive or snorkel in Dénia?

Protected nature and experiences for all levels

Snorkeling or scuba diving in Dénia allows you to enjoy:

  • The Cabo de San Antonio Marine Reserve, one of the best preserved underwater enclaves of the Valencian coast.
  • Varied and accessible bottoms, with caves, walls, natural tunnels and rocky reef areas.
  • High marine biodiversity, with the possibility of seeing groupers, gilthead breams, cuttlefish, barracudas or even dolphins in the open sea.
  • Ideal conditions for most of the year: visibility, water temperature and dive sites close to the harbor.
  • A solid offer of approved and professional centers that guarantee safety, training and experience.

To dive in Dénia is to discover a different world just a few meters from the surface.

Good practices at sea

Enjoy underwater, take care of your surroundings

Both snorkeling and recreational diving should be practiced responsibly, especially in protected areas. To preserve the balance of the marine ecosystem, follow these recommendations:

  • Do not touch or extract underwater fauna or flora.
  • Avoid hitting or resting your equipment on the bottom or rocks.
  • Do not remove sand or generate turbidity.
  • Use biodegradable and sea-friendly sun creams.
  • Do not feed fish or interfere with their natural behavior.
  • Respect the rules of access and authorized immersion zones.
  • When snorkeling, do not step or lean on the posidonia.
  • If you use a boat, anchor only on ecological buoys or sandy bottoms.

Snorkeling and diving routes in Dénia

Dénia hides under its waters a real natural paradise. If you already have experience in snorkeling or scuba diving, or you are just starting, the coastline offers marked routes and controlled spaces where you can practice safely and respectfully. From easy access from the coast to deeper dives from boat, here is a selection of places to enjoy the underwater world of Dénia.

Discover the Routes

Las Rotas

Very similar to “Fresquito”, with entrance from the coast and shallow waters. Rocky environment, posidonia and great biodiversity. Ideal for beginner divers who wish to explore at shallow depth in a protected area.

  • Access: from the coast
  • Depth: 11 m
  • Level: Low
  • Bottle: 12 L.
  • Flashlight: Yes
  • Duration: 45 min
  • Zone: the end of Les Rotes

First Ensenada

Located in Cabo de San Antonio, this boat dive offers a very varied underwater landscape with walls, crevices and abundant life. Depth up to 20 m and suitable for divers with some experience.

  • Access: boat
  • Depth: 20 m
  • Level: Low / Medium
  • Bottle: 15 L.
  • Flashlight: Yes
  • Duration: 50 min
  • Zone: Cabo de San Antonio, before the lighthouse

Second Ensenada

Similar to the previous one, but somewhat more demanding. With greater complexity in navigation. Rocky bottoms, excellent visibility and areas with moderate currents. Medium level required.

  • Access: boat
  • Depth: 20 m
  • Level: Medium
  • Bottle: 15 L.
  • Flashlight: Yes
  • Duration: 50 min
  • Zone: Cabo de San Antonio

La Cullerà

Dive at the foot of the cliff of Cabo de San Antonio. Physically demanding route, but visually spectacular. Vertical rocks, shaded areas and good presence of fauna. Ideal for experienced divers.

  • Access: boat
  • Depth: 20 m
  • Level: Medium
  • Bottle: 15 L.
  • Flashlight: Yes – Duration: 50 min
  • Area: foot of the cliff of Cabo de San Antonio

The Gorgonians

Deep dive, more than 30 meters, only for experienced divers. It is accessed offshore in front of La Cullerà. This area is home to a colony of gorgonians of great beauty, along with species typical of deeper waters.

  • Access: boat
  • Depth: 36 m
  • Level: Experienced
  • Bottle: 15 L.
  • Flashlight: Yes
  • Duration: 25 min
  • Zone: offshore in front of La Cullerà
  • Requires: possibility of decompression (DEC)

Vaporet

Wreck dive (wreck) located about 2.6 miles from the port. Requires experience and good technique. At 33 meters deep, this dive offers a mysterious environment full of marine life. Ideal for underwater thrill seekers.

  • Access: boat
  • Depth: 33 m
  • Level: Experienced
  • Bottle: 15/18 L.
  • Flashlight: Yes
  • Duration: 30 min
  • Zone: 2.6 miles northeast of Dénia harbor
  • Requires: possibility of decompression (DEC)