Menorca Marine Reserve Introductory Scuba Dive
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Overview
This introductory scuba dive lets complete beginners breathe underwater for the first time in the protected waters of the north Menorca marine reserve. It starts at a dive centre in Port d'Addaia on the island's northeast coast, in a small group of up to four people with a diving instructor who speaks English, Spanish and French. After a briefing on the basic rules of diving and a fitting of the full equipment, you practise the essential skills and then make a guided dive among rocks, sea grass and fish. The whole experience takes about 2.5 hours, with morning sessions at 09:00 or 11:00, and hot showers are available afterwards. No experience or certificate is needed. Hotel pickup is not included.
Highlights
- Your first scuba dive, no experience or licence needed
- Dive in the protected north Menorca marine reserve
- Small group of up to 4 people per session
- Instructor speaking English, Spanish and French
- Full equipment: wetsuit, mask, fins, regulator, tank and jacket
- Clear water with sea grass meadows, reefs and fish
- Hot showers at the dive centre after the dive
- Morning sessions at 09:00 or 11:00
Full Description
Port d'Addaia on Menorca's north coast
Port d'Addaia is a long, narrow natural inlet on the northeast coast of Menorca, sheltered from the open sea by low headlands and small islands. A quiet marina sits at its inner end, surrounded by pine woods and holiday villages such as Na Macaret and Arenal d'en Castell. Because the inlet is so protected, the water is often calm even when the wind blows elsewhere, which makes it ideal for a first dive.
The dive centre is in the small commercial area of Port d'Addaia, where you check in, try on your equipment and change. If you are wondering how to get to Port d'Addaia, it is about 25 minutes by car from Mahón and 15 minutes from Fornells, with parking close to the marina.
The north Menorca marine reserve
The north Menorca marine reserve was created in 1999 to protect one of the best-preserved stretches of sea in the Balearic Islands. Fishing is limited and some zones are fully protected, so the underwater life has recovered remarkably. Groupers, sea bream, octopus and moray eels shelter among the rocks, and wide meadows of Posidonia sea grass keep the water clear and full of oxygen.
Diving in a marine reserve means you see the Mediterranean as it should be: busy with fish that are curious rather than shy. Is scuba diving in Menorca worth it for beginners? Yes, because the visibility is often excellent and the sea is warm from June to October, so even a short first dive shows you an impressive underwater world.
Your introductory dive step by step
The experience begins on land with a relaxed briefing. Your instructor explains how the equipment works, how to breathe through the regulator, how to equalise the pressure in your ears and the hand signals used underwater. Then you put on the wetsuit, booties, fins, mask, buoyancy jacket and tank, and walk or move into the shallow water to practise.
Once you feel comfortable, you descend slowly with your instructor at your side the whole time, at a shallow depth suited to beginners. With only up to four people per session, the instructor can give each diver personal attention. The dive itself is the highlight, and back at the centre hot showers are waiting for you before you head off.
Best time to dive and practical tips
The best time to visit Menorca for diving is from June to October, when the water reaches 22 to 26 degrees and visibility is at its best. Early summer often brings the clearest water, while September is warm and quieter. The morning sessions at 09:00 and 11:00 usually have the calmest sea.
For safety, you complete a short health questionnaire before diving, and some medical conditions may require a doctor's approval. Do not fly for at least 24 hours after diving, so plan this experience early in your stay. Bring swimwear and a towel; an underwater camera is not included, so bring your own waterproof camera if you would like photos of your first dive.
Itinerary
- Check-in at the dive centre in Port d'AddaiaArrive about 15 minutes before your 09:00 or 11:00 session and complete a short health form.
- Briefing on the basic rules of divingLearn about the equipment, breathing, ear equalisation and hand signals, about 30 minutes.
- Equipment fittingPut on your wetsuit, booties, fins, mask, buoyancy jacket and tank with the instructor's help.
- Practice in shallow waterPractise breathing and the basic skills in shallow water until you feel at ease.
- Guided dive in the marine reserveDive with your instructor among rocks, sea grass and fish in the protected waters.
- Hot shower and endReturn to the centre for a hot shower; the whole experience lasts about 2.5 hours.
What's included
- Diving instructor
- Briefing on the basic rules of diving
- Wetsuit, mask, fins and booties
- Regulator, air tank and buoyancy jacket
- Introductory dive in the marine reserve
- Hot showers after the activity
Not included
- Underwater camera
- Drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Travellers who want a proven choice — rated 4.7/5 by past travellers
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
Not suitable for
- People with heart problems or high blood pressure
- People with respiratory conditions such as asthma
- People with epilepsy
- Pregnant women
- People who have had recent surgery
- People with a cold, sinus or ear infection on the day
Meeting point
The activity starts at the dive centre in the commercial area of Port d'Addaia (Zona Comercial 7–8), on the northeast coast of Menorca. Please arrive 15 minutes before your session at 09:00 or 11:00. Hotel pickup is not included; Port d'Addaia is about 25 minutes by car from Mahón, with parking near the marina.
Important information
- No diving experience or certificate is needed
- Bring swimwear, a towel and sunscreen
- You must complete a health questionnaire before diving
- Do not fly for at least 24 hours after the dive
- An underwater camera and drinks are not included
- Tell us the ages of any children when booking so we can confirm the minimum age
- The dive depends on sea conditions and may be moved for safety
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
Is this a shared or a private experience?
It is a shared small-group experience with up to 4 people per session and one instructor.
How long does the introductory dive take?
About 2.5 hours in total, including the briefing, equipment fitting, practice, the dive and showers.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. You meet the instructor at the dive centre in Port d'Addaia. We send the exact address when we confirm your booking.
What is included?
A diving instructor, a briefing on the basic rules of diving, full diving equipment (wetsuit, mask, fins, booties, regulator, tank and buoyancy jacket), the introductory dive and hot showers.
Is the price per person or per group?
The price is per person. The booking panel on this page shows the current price of each option.
Do I need to know how to dive or have a licence?
No. This is a first dive for complete beginners. You should be comfortable in the water and in good health.
Is it suitable for children or people with reduced mobility?
Children can join from the minimum age accepted for introductory dives; please send us their age before booking. People with reduced mobility should contact us first so the instructor can advise.
What should I bring?
Swimwear, a towel, sunscreen and, if you wish, your own underwater camera.
How deep will I dive?
Introductory dives stay at a shallow depth suited to beginners, and your instructor stays with you at all times.
What is the best season for diving in Menorca?
From June to October the water is warm and visibility is excellent. Morning sessions usually have the calmest sea.
What happens in bad weather?
If the sea is too rough for a safe dive, the session is moved to another time or date, or refunded if no alternative suits you.
How do I book and confirm?
Choose your date and session in the booking panel and complete your booking. Our team confirms it on WhatsApp within minutes.
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