Mon Diving - Centro PADI 5 Estrellas en Dénia

Mon Diving — PADI 5-Star Dive Center in Dénia

Mon Diving is a PADI 5-Star certified dive center located in Marina El Portet in Dénia, on the Costa Blanca. Our location places us just a few minutes from the Cabo de San Antonio Marine Reserve, one of the most valuable marine protected areas in the western Mediterranean. We offer guided dives, training courses, and snorkeling activities in an environment of exceptional biodiversity.

The Cabo de San Antonio Marine Reserve

This protected area between Dénia and Jávea offers:

• Vertical walls covered with red and yellow gorgonians
• Caves where large groupers, lobsters, and langoustines take refuge
• Posidonia oceanica seagrass meadows designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Exceptionally clear waters with visibility frequently exceeding 20 meters
• More than 150 cataloged species of fish, invertebrates, and algae
• Regular sightings of barracudas, snappers, moray eels, and octopuses

Featured Dive Sites

• La Cueva del Moraig: a semi-submerged cave with plays of light and underwater stalactites, suitable for Open Water divers
• El Descubridor: a vertical wall ranging from 8 to 35 meters, covered with gorgonians and teeming with pelagic life
• Les Rotes: stepped rocky platforms, perfect for underwater photography
• La Punta de l'Almadrava: shallow waters ideal for introductory dives and courses

PADI Courses

Beginners

• Introductory Dive: 3-hour introductory session with a dive in the marine reserve
• Open Water Diver: Full certification up to 18 meters with online theory and 4 open-water dives
• Scuba Diver: a two-day abbreviated certification, upgradeable to Open Water

Certified Divers

• Advanced Open Water: 5 adventure dives to a depth of 30 meters
• Rescue Diver: prevention and management of underwater emergencies
• Divemaster: PADI’s first professional level

Specialties

• Underwater photography, deep diving, night diving, nature diving, nitrox, and boat diving

Guided Snorkeling

• Guided tours led by a marine biologist in the Cabo de San Antonio Reserve
• Routes for all skill levels, including children ages 8 and up
• Full equipment provided: mask, snorkel, fins, and wetsuit
• Observation of Posidonia seagrass, rockfish, cuttlefish, and octopuses in shallow waters
• Morning and afternoon sessions during the summer season

Facilities at Marina El Portet

• Our own boat for groups of up to 12 divers
• Changing rooms with freshwater showers
• Rental equipment from top brands, inspected according to PADI standards
• Air and nitrox compressors

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to dive in Dénia? You can dive year-round. The best season runs from May to October, with temperatures ranging from 18 to 27 degrees and optimal visibility.

Do I need a permit to dive in the Marine Reserve? Mon Diving handles all permits as an authorized center. You don’t need to take any additional steps.

Is it possible to see seahorses? The reserve is home to a stable population of seahorses in the Posidonia beds. Sightings depend on conditions, but our guides know the best spots.

Do you organize activities for groups or companies? Yes, we design customized programs that include diving, snorkeling, boat tours, and lunch options at the harbor.

Are there discounts for Dénia residents? We offer special rates for residents of Dénia and the Marina Alta, as well as dive packages for regular divers.