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Diving in Spain
Marine reserves full of groupers on the Mediterranean coast, and year-round Atlantic diving in the Canary Islands.
41.9° N · 3.2° E
Spain: culture & experiences
Spain combines great food, lively towns and very good diving within short flights of most of Europe. The Mediterranean coast has some of the best-protected marine reserves in the region, while the Canary Islands offer volcanic diving all year.
We pair diving with tapas and wine routes, Gaudí's Barcelona, the medieval villages of the Costa Brava, or the volcanic landscapes of Lanzarote and El Hierro.
Off the beaten track
- Medieval villages of the Empordà and Dalí's Figueres
- Wine and tapas routes
- Timanfaya volcanic park on Lanzarote
- Stargazing on La Palma or El Hierro
Best-known dive spots
Medes Islands, Costa Brava
A marine reserve where large groupers, red coral, octopus and barracuda thrive in caves and tunnels.
Cabo de Palos, Murcia
One of the Mediterranean's richest reserves, with schools of barracuda, big groupers and historic wrecks.
El Hierro, Canary Islands
The Mar de las Calmas reserve: volcanic arches, angel sharks, rays and very clear water.
Balearic Islands
Posidonia meadows, caverns and calm bays around Mallorca and Menorca.
Marine life & encounters by season
Conditions and sightings vary year to year. We plan each trip around the best window for what you want to see.
- Apr – JunMediterranean warming up, quieter sites, good visibility.
- Jul – SepWarmest Mediterranean water; groupers and barracuda at their most active.
- Oct – NovMild water and calm seas on the Mediterranean; Canaries still excellent.
- Dec – MarCanary Islands: angel sharks and rays, with water around 18–20 °C.
Plan your dive trip to Spain
Tell us your dates, group and level, and we’ll design a trip combining the best diving in Spain with local culture and experiences.