Scuba Diving in Cartagena Area

Cartagena offers you the chance to discover archaeological remains under the Costa Cálida.

Cartagena is the key that opens the door to the past. A destination where diving is much more than just diving among fish. Let the excitement flood your senses in virgin waters and fascinating seabeds for diving. Sheltered from the Levante winds.

The cliffs of Cabo Tiñoso protect this calm sea from the currents. Its numerous diving points offer all types of divers depths from 12 to 42 metres. Immerse yourself in the bubbling backlights of submerged caves that are a refuge for abundant marine fauna and flora.

Diving Sites

The Region has a total of 16 diving centres that offer courses and dive experiences for all levels, from beginners to more technical dives to large shipwrecks, underwater caves and crevices suitable only for the more experienced.

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Cala Cerrada (7) . Cove with only one access to the sea. Ideal for first dives. Depth: up to 30 m.
Cueva del Lago (7) . Suitable for all levels. It leads to a natural interior lake of more than 70 m. long. Depth: 3 - 12 m.
El Arco (7) . Signature dive of the area, where you can see all the submerged landscapes of the Mediterranean. Depth: up to 37 m.
Punta Falcón (8) . Seabed protected from the Levante wind that enjoys a unique position in the entire Iberian Peninsula. Depth: up to 34 m.
La Farola (8) . The tip of Cabo Tiñoso is subject to a gentle current resulting from the confluence of two bays, which allows a continuous flow of schools of predators, benthic species and unique flora. Depth: up to 54 m.
La Garita (7) . At the foot of an old military construction, the rock forms a set of terraced terraces where you can still see examples of snail shells. Depth: up to 30 m.

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Isla de las Palomas (9) . Three different dives, highlighting the trip around the island. Depth: 5 - 25 m.
Bajo de las Palomas (9) . Ridge of underwater mountain next to the island. Depth: 10 - 30 m.
Cueva Neptuno or de la Virgen (9) . Located east of Cabo Tiñoso, it is one of the most visited caves. With easy access and ascent to an interior lagoon connected to the surface. Depth: up to 14 m.
Isla de Escombreras (10) . Three different dives, highlighting the Pared del Capitán (500 m. long). Depth: 0 - 25 m.
Bajo de Escombreras (10) . Ridge next to the island. Depth: 8 - 35 m.
Wrecks of the Navy Diving Center (10) . Remains of a tugboat and an airplane cabin. Depth: 12 - 22 m.
The Seven Hills (7) . Set of seven ridges. Depth: 10 - 30 m.

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Snorkelling in Cartagena Area

Snorkelling in The Cartagena Area

Snorkelling in Cartagena and its surrounding coastline is some of the best on the Costa Calida. With hundreds of rocky coves, beautiful natural parks reaching down to the sea and pristine marine reserves, exploring the underwater world is a pleasure. Snorkelling is also great fun for the whole family and, depending on how professional your gear is, won't set you back a lot of money. With its extremely busy port, you will need to get away from the city centre but it's well worth the journey. Cala Cortina lies just outside the city port and is perfect for snorkelling.

Where to Snorkel

Playa El Portús is located in a small bay, about 10km southwest of Cartagena. The beach offers a very mineral setting, where the cliffs and golden sand contrast with the crystal blue water. The rocky areas bordering the bay are home to drop-offs, caves and overhangs, where wrasse, sea urchins, seabream and blennies are easy to spot.

The popular beach, Cala Cortina lies between the city port and outer port just off the N-343. This is not only great for swimming and sunbathing, but also an excellent spot for snorkelling. There is a popular shore scuba diving route around the rocky coves and reef. It's possible to snorkel the route too, but not advisable when there's a group of scuba divers in the water. On the other side of the bay around Punta del Aire and Punta de Santa Ana are many more rocky coves to enjoy snorkelling. A bit further afield, the resort area of Isla Plana and its small island are thrilling to snorkel. Then you have the pristine waters of Cabo de Palos Marine Reserve in nearby La Manga.