Cartagena

Cartagena, located on Spain's sunny Costa Cálida, is a premier Mediterranean diving destination steeped in maritime history. Its underwater landscape is a captivating mix of dramatic rock formations, vibrant marine reserves like the renowned Islas Hormigas, and an impressive collection of historical and modern shipwrecks. This unique combination of natural beauty and submerged heritage offers divers a chance to explore everything from Roman amphorae fields to impressive naval vessels, making it a standout location for wreck diving enthusiasts and underwater archaeologists alike. Diving conditions in Cartagena are generally excellent, with clear waters and mild temperatures, especially during the prime season from spring to autumn. Visibility often exceeds 20 meters, revealing a rich biodiversity including large groupers, barracuda, moray eels, and colourful nudibranchs. With its eight distinct dive sites catering to all experience levels, from shallow, calm coves for beginners to deep, challenging wrecks for technical divers, Cartagena provides a compelling and accessible diving experience that draws visitors back year after year.