Dream Dive

Located in the coastal town of Tossa de Mar on the Costa Brava, Dream Dive has been operating for 12 years. The centre is positioned just a few metres from the sea and the historic town ramparts, making it a practical base for those looking to combine diving with local exploration.

They operate with a 'Slow Diving' ethos, which moves away from large, hurried groups in favour of a more methodical approach. This focus is designed to prioritise safety and allow for a deeper level of instruction, whether you are completing your first certification or working on advanced technical skills.

The centre is PADI affiliated and maintains a strict instructor-to-diver ratio to ensure high standards of safety and training. During guided dives, you will be in a group of no more than four divers per guide, while training courses are limited to a maximum of three students per instructor.

For those starting their journey, they offer a 1:1 ratio for Discover Scuba Diving experiences. This high level of attention is central to their teaching philosophy, which emphasises the mastery of essential skills like buoyancy, trim, and propulsion rather than simply ticking off dives.

The course catalogue is extensive, covering the entire spectrum of diver progression. Beginners can start with Discover Scuba Diving or the Scuba Diver course, progressing through the PADI Open Water Diver and Advanced Open Water Diver certifications.

For those looking to advance their skills, they offer specialised training in Deep Diving, Wreck Diving, Navigation, and Dry Suit diving. The centre also caters to professional development with Divemaster training and internship opportunities.

Technical divers will find a dedicated curriculum including PADI Tec 40, Tec 45, and Tec 50 courses, alongside CCR training. They also offer specialty courses such as PADI Nitrox, Fish ID, and Perfect Buoyancy to refine specific diving disciplines.

Dream Dive operates its own private boat, which allows them to access more than 25 different dive sites around the area. This independence provides flexibility to adapt to local weather conditions and choose the best sites for your specific certification level.

Onboard, the crew provides water, snacks, fruit, and soft drinks to keep you refreshed between dives. The boat is equipped to handle various excursion types, including night dives.

The centre provides full equipment hire for divers who do not wish to carry their own kit. This includes everything required for a complete dive, from regulators to exposure suits.

Nitrox is available for divers looking to extend their no-decompression limits. For technical divers, the centre is equipped to support more advanced requirements, including rebreather (CCR) diving.

The local marine life is diverse, with the Mar Menuda area offering sightings of octopus, cuttlefish, moray eels, and various rays. You may also encounter seahorses, starfish, and sea turtles during your dives.

In the surrounding waters, schools of salpa can be seen drifting through the water column alongside white seabream. The rocky habitats are home to various species of octopus and moray eels, providing plenty of interest for those observing the reef.

Macro life enthusiasts can look for seahorses and various crustaceans among the seabed and reef structures. The area's biodiversity is supported by a healthy ecosystem of corals and various fish species.

The centre's use of a private boat allows them to select from over 25 different sites, providing the ability to adapt to the prevailing swell and local weather conditions. This flexibility is essential for ensuring that dive profiles remain appropriate for the diver's experience level.