Do I need to be certified to participate in this course?

Yes, you must have Advanced Open Water Diver certification or equivalent experience before enrolling.

What kind of shipwrecks will I dive on?

You'll dive on various Mediterranean shipwrecks ranging in age and size, all carefully selected for safety and ecological interest.

Is penetration into the wrecks allowed during this course?

No, this course focuses on safe exterior exploration without penetrating the wreck to minimize risk.

What marine life can I expect to see around the wrecks?

Expect to see groupers, moray eels, octopuses, and various colorful fish that use wrecks as shelters.

How long is each dive session?

Each session lasts about 1.5 hours, including dive time and briefings with instructors.

Is the equipment provided or should I bring my own?

Basic dive equipment can often be rented, but check with Ohana Diving for availability and recommendations.

Shipwreck Diving with Ohana Diving in Cambrils | Free Diving

Cambrils, a coastal town in Cataluña, Spain, offers a unique gateway to Mediterranean underwater history with Ohana Diving’s Especialidad Buceo en Pecios. This specialized shipwreck diving course invites adventure seekers to plunge beneath the waves and enter the silent world of submerged vessels where time seems frozen. These shipwrecks serve as underwater monuments, rich with stories dating back decades or even centuries, while teeming with vibrant marine ecosystems.

Ohana Diving’s program stands apart by blending rigorous training with hands-on exploration. Certified divers with Advanced Open Water credentials or equivalent experience will find themselves mastering techniques crucial for navigating these complex underwater structures—focusing on safe entry methods without penetration, buoyancy control, and risk assessment. The dives emphasize environmental stewardship, ensuring that every participant respects and preserves these fragile underwater habitats.

The Mediterranean waters around Cambrils feature clear visibility and moderate currents, perfect for examining the textures and contours of shipwreck remains, often covered in brightly colored sponges and inhabited by schools of fish. The region’s geology provides rocky seabeds dotted with sandy patches, creating diverse dive sites that enrich the experience.

What makes this offering especially valuable is its combination of history and ecology. Divers don’t just see rusted hulls; they encounter artifacts of maritime heritage intertwined with active marine life. Ohana Diving’s instructors provide detailed briefings on the origin and significance of each wreck, deepening the connection between diver and ocean.

For those looking to push their limits while honoring the underwater environment, Ohana Diving’s shipwreck course is a compelling way to access an extraordinary side of Spain’s coastal adventure scene. Whether you’re drawn by mystery or marine biology, this trip unlocks an immersive experience beneath the Mediterranean’s surface that few other locations offer.

About Ohana Diving

Ohana Diving is a scuba center based in Cambrils, Cataluña, offering guided dives, snorkels and PADI courses across the Costa Dorada and nearby Tarragona coast. The center runs shore and boat dives to local sites such as Cala Llobeta, Cala Vidre, Cala Sant Jordi, the merchant wreck La Dragonera and the artificial reef Biotopo de Torredembarra. Ohana Diving provides introductory sessions (Pool Experience and Baptism of Diving), recreational certifications (Open Water, Advanced, Rescue, Reactivate) and specialty courses including Night Diver, Deep Diver and Wreck Diver, plus professional training with the PADI Divemaster program.

All programs are designed for a range of abilities: first-time snorkelers and pool learners, certified recreational divers, and candidates pursuing professional qualifications. Instruction follows internationally recognized PADI standards and emphasizes safety, environmental respect and local marine awareness. Guided experiences highlight Mediterranean marine life such as groupers, octopuses, nudibranchs and the schooling fish found around artificial reefs and wrecks.

Logistics and meeting points operate from Cambrils with access to nearby coastal sites on the Costa Dorada and Tarragona waters. Group sizes, exact itineraries and equipment options are confirmed at booking; the center offers guided shore entries and dives at depths suited to each experience, from shallow snorkels to deeper wreck dives. Visitors can expect trained staff, structured courses and a variety of short experiences and multi-day certifications that accommodate families, travelers and aspiring dive professionals.

Equipment rental and pre-dive briefings are provided to ensure safety and comfort for participants across all experiences in Cambrils, on the Costa Dorada.