Diving the Balearic Islands

Consisting of only five islands, Majorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Formentera and Cabrera, and containing over 80 different dive sites, the Balearic Islands are considered a jewel in the Mediterranean for divers. Here you can enjoy shore dives, explore dramatic rocky formations, with sheers walls and caves, and spot amazing marine life in the clear waters.

Mallorca (Majorca), the largest island, is known for its sandy beaches, scenic coastline and multitude of underwater sea life, including octopus, corals, and dolphins if you’re in luck.

Ibiza, though famously known as a party island, boasts crystal clear waters, abundant marine life, and a number of unique and unspoilt dive sites along its coast. It also tends to be less crowded.

Menorca, though more low-key than its neighbors, has more to offer beneath its turquoise waters. Known for its meandering beaches and craggy bays (called calas), it contains some of the best diving spots in the world, many of which remain unknown to diving enthusiasts.

Formentera, known for its laid-back vibe, and its unusually calm clear waters, with their meadows of sea grass, make it the perfect place for scuba diving novices and underwater photographers.

Then there is Cabrera National Park, an uninhabited archipelago of islands and islets, is an untouched island ecosystem with one of the best preserved seafloor landscapes in the Mediterranean.

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The descriptions provided here are intended as general information and personal experiences related to specific dive sites and locations and should not be construed as definitive advice or recommendations. Before diving, please confirm that diving is permitted at your chosen location, and comply with all relevant local laws, regulations, and posted signage. The responsibility for verifying the legality of the dive and assessing any associated risks rests entirely with you.