Explore Costa Blanca

The Costa Blanca (which means “White Coast” in Spanish) stretches 200km along the coastline of the Valencian Community Province of Alicante, on the southeast coast of Spain. It is a popular holiday destination for Europeans and in the summer, millions of tourists flock to the white beaches. Some of the most popular towns are Benidorm, Torrevieja and Santa Pola.

With one of the most developed diving communities in Spain, it has many dive centres, scattered within tourist hotspots. Almost all offer diving courses from introductory all the way up to professional qualifications. Dive resorts are found in some locations and liveaboards can be found in the nearby Balearics, though not directly off the Costa Blanca coast. 

With dive sites scattered along the rugged shoreline, there will be something to please everyone. There are caves, fascinating rock formations, WWI and WWII wrecks as well as exhilarating drift dives near Calpe.

Places to Explore

Santa Pola

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Santa Pola is a perfect example of a Valencian Community seaside town. Though popular with holiday-makers, it is quieter than the larger towns along the Costa Blanca, creating the ideal escape. It has a thriving diving industry, with highlights including wrecks and intricate cave systems winding through the rugged cliffs. Another highlight is the smallest inhabited island of Spain, Tabarca, which is great for exploring both above and below the waves. 

Javea

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In the Valencian Community, on the East Coast of Spain, nestles the jewel of Javea. The small and historic town offers a laid back vibe, ideal for holiday makers. This region is famed for its diversity of landscapes - white sandy beaches meet craggy cliff faces and emerald green foliage. Diving highlights include the lattice of caves and tunnels running through the limestone cliffs as well as the renowned Mediterranean visibility. 

Benidorm

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Benidorm is found on the south coast of Spain, in the Valencian Community. It is famous as a sun-drenched holiday destination for Europeans, particularly Brits. Though well known for the resort culture, the diving here is far from famous - which is no bad thing! 

Torrevieja

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Found in the Valencian Community on the East coast of Spain, Torrevieja is the perfect seaside town. It lies 50km from the popular tourist hub of Alicante and is the ideal place to enjoy the easy holiday destination of Spain, without the hoards.

Top Dive Sites Map

★★★★☆ La Llosa 2

Wall dive between 32 and 40 meters deep. It is located two minutes from the Llosa. A fantastic dive.

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15.0 m
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★★★★☆ Piscinas de Neptuno

One of the most curious dives in Javea, since we enter the Island of Portitxol through an underwater canyon at a depth of 14 meters and calmly ascend to the surface passing through two large siphons also called the Neptune pools.

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15.0 m
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★★★★☆ Cueva de la Virgen

In this dive, in addition to a large amount of marine life, it has the peculiarity of finding us in a small grotto an image of the Virgin of the Desperate.

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18.0 m
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11.0 m
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★★★★☆ Punta Garbí

Easy dive in front of the island’s jetty. Sand bottom, and route along the wall of the island, with a round trip. maximal depth -25 mtrs. Sometimes, you can find current from west

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18.0 m
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17.0 m
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★★★★☆ Bajo del Faro - Isla Benidorm

Dive that is carried out following the wall parallel to the island, located under the lighthouse that gives its name to the dive. A maximum depth of -25mtrs is reached. We will make the return following the wall of the island.

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19.0 m
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18.0 m
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★★★★☆ Cala del Mal Pas

Our favorite place to carry out entry-level programs and also night dives. The small cove that is next to the port of Benidorm is perfect for all tastes. Maximum depth of -7mtrs

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7.0 m
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12.0 m
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★★★★★ Cueva del Elefante y El Enano

The small cave located in the cliffs of Serra Gelada, at the foot of the “Elephant“. Easy dive, but the overhead environment. Entrance from the surface to a first hall. 15 meters from the entrance there is access to a second hall with a wide air bubble. Maximal depth -6mtrs

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★★★★★ Morro de Toix

We are at the point of separation between the coast of Altea and the waters of Calpe. At the end of the Mascarat wall, we are in the Morro de Toix. This is a dive that we will do following the cliff face.

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11.0 m
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★★★★☆ Pantalanes

Remains of old sunken pontoon constructions next to an outfall that is lost in the sea. The outfall supports give an eerie look on dives rising from the sea floor to support a huge endless pipe. Fantastic place for night dives with lots of life

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16.0 m
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11.0 m
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★★★★★ Cueva de los Organos

Organ´s Cave is a very pretty dive site ranging from 8 to 30 meters deep, in the low season, when there is not too much boat traffic, we can even go to a beautiful open cave where we can surface for a couple of minute and enjoy the sight...

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20.0 m
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12.0 m
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★★★★★ MONTAÑA HUNDIDA DE L’ESCULL

The Submerged Mountain is located on the South Coast. Passing Cap Negre and L’Escull de Sant Pere, before reaching Punta Plana, you will find the sunken mountain, which is difficult to locate if you do not know the area well.

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22.0 m
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14.0 m
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★★★★☆ Bajo L’Escull

Maximum depth is 18 meters. An ideal dive to see marine life and enjoy a large arch, giving you an incredible change of scenery. You will have siphons and small holes to look for life in.

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23.0 m
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12.0 m
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★★★★☆ Montaña Sumergida - Cabo Negro

Spectacular dive at the tip of La Pared Negra, where we dive around a submerged mountain up to 21 meters , to find a sandy bottom with some bow .

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18.0 m
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13.0 m
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★★★★☆ RUTA DE LAS ANCLAS

The anchors of the Portitxol submerged museum are at a depth of between 13 and 17 meters. The route has been designed for diving clubs to do guided dives.

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14.0 m
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9.0 m
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★★★★☆ Isla Maria Claudia

Very calm dive, we have a descent down a cape to 14m where it is no longer necessary to change the depth throughout the dive, we will only descend to 18m on the southernmost side of the island to enter a canyon where we can find lots of life in their holes.

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19.0 m
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14.0 m
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Diving in Costa Blanca

The countless dive sites along the vast Costa Blanca offer huge diversity. Around the port of Murcia, there are many shipwrecks to explore, mostly from WWI and WWII, such as the famous El Sirio. Closer to Alicante, there are caves carved into the limestone cliff faces, which create beautiful dives, with golden sunlight filtering through the rocks.

Near Moraira and Calpe, you can experience some thrilling drift dives. The Islas Hormigas Marine Reserve is a great place to see all of the marine life that this region has to offer, as it is protected from fishing. Most places have access to shore dives, which are perfect for beginners. 

The best Months to Dive in Costa Blanca

Diving in the Costa Blanca is possible year round due to the warm Mediterranean climate. The high season, and the best time to dive, is from May to August. The water temperatures peak at 27°C in July and August and the days are long, hot and dry. This is the busiest time of the year though, so be aware that it will be busy!

The winter stays relatively warm, with temperatures rarely dropping below 10°C. The water temperatures dip to 14°C in February though diving is still possible in thick wetsuits, if you’re not afraid of the cold! Some dive centres close during the winter so check before you book. 

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Centers Map

Centro de Buceo Scorpora

Pau Casals, 6, 03581 Alfaz del Pi, A - ESP

CELACANTO escuela de buceo

Sardinal nº4 Local 8, 03590 Altea, A - ESP

Buceo Cabo La Nao

Canal Sur, 2, 03730 Jávea, A - ESP

DIVING JAVEA

CTRA DEL PORTITXOL 105, 03730 JAVEA, A - ESP

LA SAL DIVING CENTER

Nueva Dársena Pesquera Local 4, 03008 Alicante, A - ESP

Ali Sub

Avda. Del Puerto, S/N (Club Naútico Villajoyosa), 03570 Villajoyosa, A - ESP

YOBUCEO Torrevieja

Av.Desiderio Rodríguez, 136, 03185 Torrevieja, A - ESP

Revolution Dive

Puerto Deportivo Luis Campomares, local 61, 03590 Altea, A - ESP

SCUBA MORAIRA

Ctra. Moraira - Calpe 130, 03724 Moraira, A - ESP

VADUM MARIS

Calle Alfonso XII nº 10, Bajo, 03130 Santa Pola, A - ESP

Centro de Formación Aquaventura y NeuroVerbal

Calle Legazpi nº13 bajo esquina Madre Elisea Oliver bajos, 03005 Alicante, A - ESP

Nisos Benidorm Dive Centre

Av. Vila Joiosa, 18 Edificio Coblanca 30 locales 2-7, 03502 Benidorm - Alicante, A - ESP