Poseidon Diving

Poseidon Diving has been a fixture of the Costa Brava diving scene since 1969. As one of the region's earliest established centres, this family-run operation brings over five decades of local knowledge to every outing, providing a personalised service that larger, more commercial operations often lack.

The centre is situated directly on the Port Pelegrí beach in Calella de Palafrugell. This prime location allows for seamless transitions from the shore to the water, making it easy to organise your day around the local tides and weather conditions.

The centre operates as a family business, focusing on a close-knit, professional atmosphere. Their deep familiarity with the local Mediterranean topography and seasonal shifts ensures that you are always directed to the best available sites.

They offer a full spectrum of PADI training, catering to those just starting with Bubble Maker or Discover Scuba Diving, as well as professional candidates working towards their Divemaster certification. The team is experienced in handling a wide variety of specialities, from underwater photography to the use of underwater propulsion vehicles.

The training programme is built around the PADI curriculum, covering every level from entry-level certifications to professional development. You can complete your PADI Open Water Diver or move into more advanced territory with the Advanced Open Water Diver, Deep Diver, and Rescue Diver courses.

For those looking to specialise, the centre offers several PADI specialties including Nitrox Diver, Underwater Photographer, and the use of underwater scooters. They also provide technical training through the TEC 40 course and offer Freediving courses for those interested in breath-hold diving.

The centre operates a specialised 11-metre dive boat designed specifically for divers and snorkelers. It has a capacity for 22 divers and is equipped with dedicated cylinder moorings to keep your kit secure during transit.

The boat runs several sorties per day, providing access to both near-shore reefs and more distant sites. For those looking for a different experience, the boat can be hired for private excursions, allowing groups to explore the hidden coves of the Costa Brava with tailored catering and music options.

On shore, the centre provides a large reception area and a boutique for divers. The changing facilities include a 50-capacity changing room equipped with hot showers, allowing you to rinse off and prepare comfortably between dives.

Full equipment hire is available for those not travelling with their own kit, including masks, snorkels, fins, and BCDs. For night dives, torches are available for hire. Nitrox is available on-site for divers looking to extend their bottom times.

The reefs of the Costa Brava are characterised by dense gorgonian forests and complex rocky structures. You will find a variety of large fish inhabiting these areas, including groupers (Epinephelus), conger eels (Muraenidae), and various species of moray eel (Muraenidae). Large barracuda are frequently seen during the summer months.

On the rocky walls and within the crevices, look for rock brotulas, cusk-eels, and various species of octopus. The presence of lobster (Homaridae) and spiny lobster (Palinuridae) is common among the reef structures.

For those with an eye for detail, the macro life is abundant. The area is home to many sea slugs and Nudibranch (Chromodoris willani), which can be found amongst the sponges and small rocky outcrops.

In certain areas, such as Montiell, you may also encounter rays. During the spring, specifically in May and June, the waters near Begur offer the chance to see the ocean sunfish.

The diving area is subject to typical Mediterranean conditions. While the crique of Cala del Port Pelegrí is naturally protected from strong North and South winds, making it ideal for beginner courses, other sites may be more exposed.

Night diving is a regular part of the local diving programme, with specific excursions organised to explore the reefs after dark.