Vadum Maris - Centro Buceo SSI - Reserva Marina Tabarca - Santa Pola - Alicante
C. Alfonso XII, 10, Bajo, 03130 Santa Pola, Alicante, Spain, Santa Pola, Alicante, ESP
About the Center
Vadum Maris is an SSI Dive Center located in Santa Pola, Alicante, in the heart of the Costa Blanca. With years of experience, the center is dedicated to offering unforgettable underwater experiences in the Isla Tabarca Marine Reserve. They collaborate with biologists and specialized personnel to showcase the richness of the fauna, flora, and underwater landscapes of this Mediterranean paradise.
The center offers a variety of courses certified by SSI and CMAS/FFESSM, including Advanced Open Water, Divemaster, Technical Diving, Snorkeling, and Boat Diving. Its facilities include lockers, WiFi, a bar, equipment rental, and air and nitrox fills. Night dives are also organized.
Vadum Maris is firmly committed to sustainable diving, aiming to raise awareness and protect marine ecosystems through education and entertainment. Clients highlight the friendly and professional approach, safety, and respect for the marine environment during their diving experiences, many of which take place in the Tabarca Marine Reserve.
Available Courses
29 cursosSalvamento y Rescate FEDAS/CEMAS
Enseña técnicas para anticiparse a situaciones de riesgo, resolverlas de forma efectiva y bucear con mayor seguridad.
Advanced Open Water
Entry-level scuba certification course. Learn fundamental open water diving skills. Includes theory, confined water practice and open water dives.
DIVEMASTER
First professional level. Learn to lead groups of divers and assist in courses. The first step in your professional diving career.
SIDEMOUNT
Side-mount cylinder configuration. Improve your hydrodynamics and learn a versatile setup.
Snorkeling
Excursión de snorkel para disfrutar de la vida marina desde la superficie con máscara, tubo y aletas.
Prueba de Buceo
The first step to discovering the seabed and enjoying the sensation of breathing underwater, ideal before an Open Water course.
Buceador Básico
Allows for two dives, teaching basic techniques to gain control and confidence, and exploring the underwater world.
Open Water Diver SSI
Habilita para bucear de forma autónoma en cualquier parte del mundo tras completar teoría, prácticas en piscina y mar.
Buceador 1 Estrella FEDAS/CEMAS
Primer nivel de buceo deportivo que permite bucear hasta 25 metros de forma autónoma y responsable.
2 Estrellas FEDAS/CEMAS
Convierte en un buceador avanzado real, con atribuciones para bucear hasta 40 metros y planificar inmersiones con descompresión.
Guía de Grupo FEDAS/CEMAS
Permite organizar y guiar inmersiones para otros buceadores, velando por su seguridad y enseñando sobre el mundo subacuático.
Buceador Profundo SSI
Enseña a planificar y realizar inmersiones profundas de forma segura, entre 18 y 40 metros.
Buceador Nitrox SSI
Permite bucear con aire enriquecido (Nitrox) para alargar el tiempo de fondo y aumentar la seguridad.
Buzo Nocturno SSI
Enseña las técnicas y consideraciones para realizar inmersiones nocturnas de forma segura y disfrutar de la vida marina.
Búsqueda y Recuperación SSI
Proporciona las destrezas necesarias para buscar y recuperar objetos bajo el agua de forma efectiva.
Navegación SSI
Introducir técnicas de navegación subacuática, manejo de brújula y planificación de rutas para encontrar el camino de regreso.
Ciencia del Buceo SSI
Amplía conocimientos sobre física, fisiología, teoría de la descompresión, material y el medio marino.
Traje Seco SSI
Enseña a utilizar y mantener un traje seco, permitiendo bucear todo el año en diversas condiciones.
Equipo Técnicas SSI
Proporciona habilidades y conocimientos para el mantenimiento adecuado del equipo de buceo.
Ecología Marina SSI
Teaches about the marine environment, its behavior, and how to reduce human impact on ecosystems.
Buceo Profundo FEDAS/CEMAS
Provides advanced technical knowledge to enjoy deep dives with complete safety.
Nitrox Diving FEDAS/CEMAS
Allows diving with Nitrox, understanding its procedures, precautions, and benefits to enjoy diving more.
IntroTec FEDAS/CEMAS
Mejora la flotabilidad, el trimado, los tipos de aleteo y las configuraciones de equipo para ser un buceador mejor y más seguro.
Buceo Adaptado FEDAS/CEMAS
Help remove limitations and achieve freedom in the water for people with disabilities.
Navegación Subacuática FEDAS/CEMAS
Teaches underwater navigation techniques to know where you are and your way back at all times.
Búsqueda y Recuperación FEDAS/CEMAS
Aprende múltiples habilidades para encontrar y llevar a superficie con éxito objetos perdidos en el fondo marino.
Soporte Vital Básico y Reanimación Cardiopulmonar FEDAS/CEMAS
Prepara-te per actuar correctament davant d'accidents, podent assistir a qualsevol persona que ho necessiti.
FEDAS/CEMAS Administración de Oxígeno
Teach how to use oxygen administration equipment and the necessary safety considerations for accident assistance.
Buzeador 3 Estrellas FEDAS/CMAS
The FEDAS/CMAS 3-Star Diver course at Vadum Maris represents the highest level of recreational diving within the FEDAS/CMAS framework. This certification signifies advanced expertise and responsibility, positioning divers just before entering the professional diving arena. Upon completion, graduates are qualified to act as safety divers alongside instructors during introductory dives and courses. This role demands a comprehensive understanding of diving procedures, emergency management, and effective assistance to instructors. The curriculum builds upon prior certifications, enhancing knowledge in dive equipment, breathing gases, and marine conservation. Vadum Maris delivers the specialized training required to meet the rigorous FEDAS/CMAS standards for this advanced certification. The program focuses on refining advanced dive planning, risk assessment, and leadership capabilities. Participants will hone their diving techniques and gain practical experience in assisting with dive education and supervision. This course is recognized as the ultimate achievement for recreational divers, opening doors to further opportunities within the diving community and signifying a diver capable of contributing to the safety and education of others. This certification is the definitive step for recreational divers seeking to maximize their capabilities and understanding. It prepares individuals for more complex diving scenarios and provides a solid foundation for those considering a future in professional diving. The FEDAS/CMAS 3-Star Diver qualification is a testament to a diver's dedication and commitment to the sport, equipping them for advanced recreational pursuits and potential professional development. It signifies a diver who is not only highly skilled but also prepared to take on greater responsibilities within the diving environment. Achieving the FEDAS/CMAS 3-Star Diver certification means you are ready to assist in guiding and supervising less experienced divers. This involves mastering advanced rescue techniques and dive management skills. The course emphasizes leadership and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure, ensuring the safety of yourself and others. Vadum Maris is committed to providing the highest quality instruction to ensure you meet these demanding standards. This level of diver is recognized globally within the CMAS system for their competence and reliability.
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The snorkel excursion includes round-trip boat transfer to Tabarca Island, snorkel equipment (wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins), information and identification of marine life, two snorkeling sessions (approx. 45 minutes each), a brief walk around the island, and fruit and water. The total activity duration is about 5 hours.
The minimum age for the Try Scuba experience is 10 years old. The maximum depth for this introductory dive is 6 meters.
Vadum Maris is an SSI (Scuba Schools International) training center and also offers courses recognized by FEDAS/CEMAS. They provide a wide range of courses from initiation levels like Try Scuba and Open Water Diver to advanced and specialty courses.
Water temperatures in the Tabarca Marine Reserve typically range from 12°C in winter to 28-30°C in summer.
For the snorkel activity, you will need a swimsuit, comfortable clothing and footwear, a towel, sunscreen without oil, and a hat. The center provides the snorkeling gear.
Yes, Vadum Maris offers the possibility of arranging a professional photographer for your dives, especially for the Basic Diver SSI program, allowing you to capture your experience.
How to get there
C. Alfonso XII, 10, Bajo, 03130 Santa Pola, Alicante, Spain, Santa Pola, Alicante, ESP