Scuba Plus Menorca

Located in Cala en Blanes, Scuba Plus Menorca serves as a significant hub for both recreational and technical diving in the Balearic Islands. The centre is highly accredited as an SSI Diamond, Blue Oceans, and XR Extended Range centre, indicating a high level of training infrastructure and environmental commitment.

Whether you are looking to start your journey with a Discover Scuba Diving session or are an experienced diver seeking advanced technical certifications, the centre provides the necessary expertise. The location allows for easy access to various dive sites, with excursions departing from the beach or via boat.

The team is composed of professional instructors, including Daniel and Antonio, who are noted for their pedagogical approach. They cater to a diverse range of divers, providing instruction in English, Spanish, and French.

As an SSI Pro Instructor Training Centre, the facility is equipped to take divers through the entire professional progression, from Divemaster to Open Water Instructor and Assistant Instructor. For those seeking a more tailored experience, the centre offers the option of a personal guide for a more individualised approach to your dives.

The course catalogue is extensive, covering every level of the SSI progression. Beginners can start with Open Water Diver or Advanced Adventurer courses, while those looking to specialise can enrol in Deep Diver, Navigation, or Perfect Buoyancy modules.

Technical divers will find a robust curriculum including Wreck Diving, Extended Range Wreck Diving, Technical Wreck Diving, and Cave Diving. The centre also offers specialised training in Cavern Diving and the Science of Diving.

For those interested in marine biology, specific ecology courses are available, such as Sea Turtle Ecology, Shark Ecology, and Manta and Ray Ecology. Professional candidates can pursue Divemaster, Dive Guide, and Instructor-level certifications through the Pro Instructor Training programme.

The centre is a Mares partner, ensuring high-quality equipment is available for divers. For those not travelling with their own kit, a range of rental equipment is provided to suit different needs.

On-site facilities include the ability to hire dive computers, which can be arranged for a daily fee. The centre also supports a wide variety of training, from buoyancy control to technical wreck diving, requiring a well-maintained inventory of cylinders and kit.

The surrounding waters are home to a diverse range of Mediterranean species. You will frequently encounter various species of seabream, including saddled seabream, white seabream, gilt-head bream, and sargos, alongside mojarras and salema porgy. Other common residents include groupers, conger eels, and various species of goby and wrasse.

In the rocky areas and reef structures, look for octopus, cuttlefish, and squid, particularly during night dives. You may also spot various crustaceans such as crabs and different types of molluscs like limpets and sea snails.

The seabed is populated with anemones and starfish, providing a textured environment for smaller creatures. You can also find various species of soles and other flatfish resting on the sandy patches near the caves and reef edges.

The diving environment in Menorca is characterised by generally low to moderate currents, with many sites offering near-zero current conditions. This makes the area particularly accessible for those working on buoyancy or training for entry-level certifications.

Visibility is typically excellent, regularly ranging between 18 and 19 metres, which provides clear sightlines for both reef exploration and technical training.