Arenal Diving Ibiza

Established in 2005, Arenal Diving Ibiza operates from the Arenal beach in San Antonio Abad, just a short walk from the town centre. The centre is conveniently located within the Hotel Arenal complex, offering sea views and immediate access to the island's most iconic dive sites.

As a PADI 5 Star centre, the operation is geared towards providing a high standard of training and exploration. Whether you are looking to complete your first certification or are pursuing professional Divemaster credentials, the centre's location serves as a gateway to the protected marine reserves surrounding the island.

The team consists of experienced professional instructors capable of conducting a wide range of PADI courses. They are able to communicate in both English and Spanish, ensuring clear instruction for international divers.

The centre places a strong emphasis on safety and structured learning, utilizing PADI e-learning for theoretical components to maximise time spent in the water. Their training programmes range from the PADI Bubblemaker for children to professional-level courses for those looking to enter the industry.

The training catalogue covers the entire PADI spectrum. Beginners can start with the PADI Scuba Diver or the PADI Open Water Diver course, which typically takes three days to complete.

For those looking to advance their skills, the centre offers the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course, the PADI Rescue Diver certification, and professional training for the Divemaster level. Specialized instruction is also available for Digital Underwater Photography.

The centre operates a 17m yacht, which serves as the primary platform for dive excursions. This vessel is fully equipped for diving activities and provides a comfortable environment for life on board during trips.

During the journey, guests can enjoy refreshments including water, snacks, beer, sangria, and soft drinks. The boat is also used for non-diving excursions, such as sunset cruises and snorkelling trips.

A full range of diving kit is available for hire, allowing you to travel light. The centre maintains a stock of quality equipment to support both recreational divers and those undertaking training.

Following updated safety protocols, the centre uses ozonizers and virucides for equipment disinfection, alongside a structured system for the distribution of kit to ensure hygiene and safety.

The protected reefs and reserves are home to a diverse array of large pelagics and reef fish. You can regularly observe groupers, moray eels, triggerfish, and ocean sunfish patrolling the rocky structures.

In the clearer waters near the reserves, there are frequent sightings of dolphins and occasionally manta rays. The presence of various species of rockfish and saddled seabream adds to the biodiversity of the Mediterranean seabed.

Macro life enthusiasts can find seahorses tucked into the vegetation, while octopus and various species of rockfish hide within the crevices of the reef. The seagrass meadows also support a healthy ecosystem of smaller organisms.

The waters around Ibiza are known for being calm, with no significant currents or tidal movements to complicate your dive. This makes the area particularly suitable for training and for divers who prefer stable conditions.

The best time to visit the island for diving is between April and November.