Experience your first breaths underwater off Mallorca’s sheltered coastline. This beach-based introductory dive blends shallow-water skills, close instructor guidance, and local marine sights in a relaxed two-hour session.
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The sand gives way underfoot, waves hush to a gentle hiss and the instructor signals—breath in, slow and steady. From a shallow beach on Mallorca’s sheltered coast, participants step into the Mediterranean and feel the first disorienting calm of being partly submerged: sunlight slanting through 2–3 meters of water, Posidonia meadows swaying like slow grass, fish inspecting new arrivals.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for anyone in general good health who can swim; minimal sustained exertion but basic comfort in water required
Wildlife
History
Mallorca’s coasts have long supported fishing and small-scale trade; traditional fishing villages nearby evolved into modern seaside towns that still celebrate maritime culture.
Conservation
Posidonia seagrass beds are protected in many areas; avoid touching or standing on them and choose operators that follow local marine protection rules.
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Equalize early and often
Descend slowly and equalize your ears at the first sign of pressure—don’t force a descent if you can’t equalize comfortably.
No flying for 24 hours
Plan flights or long trips after your dive; standard safety guidelines require a 24‑hour surface interval following recreational dives.
Protect the seagrass
Avoid standing on Posidonia meadows—use sandy entry points and keep fins clear of the bottom to protect habitat.
Book morning sessions
Morning dives usually offer calmer seas and better visibility, especially in summer when afternoon winds pick up.
Swimsuit or shorty wetsuit
Spring water can be cool; a short wetsuit adds comfort during surface time and the shallow dive.
spring
Rash guard or thin wetsuit top
Protects from sun and chafing during gearing up and surface intervals.
summer
Waterproof sunscreen (reef-safe)
Protects skin and local marine life—apply before arrival and reapply after the dive if staying ashore.
summer
Towel and dry change of clothes
Quick change comfort for the return to shore and travel afterward.