| Menorca is a UNESCO designated Biosphere
Reserve surrounded by
crystal clear turquoise-blue seas.
That’s why Marine life thrives here, and
why
it’s the perfect place for underwater activities. Travel
through the
many undersea caves and canyons on a
‘sub aqua safari’ with one of the
well-equipped
and expertly staffed diving centres. Or simply snorkel
among
the rocky coves.
Did
you know?
• The Coral Galleries is an
amazing three level cavern filled with
natural light. It features the wreck site of French man-o-war
"La
Laurette" sunk in 1883 complete with
cannon and musket balls.
• There are
several wrecks dating from Roman times situated near
the mouth of the port of Ciutadella. And a 2,300 year old
Punic
wreck near Binisafua beach.
•
In 1996 Menorca played host to the World Underwater
Photography Championships.
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Tips: A try-dive such as those offered by Son Bou Scuba is
often the best way to find out if scuba diving is for you. Most good
diving centres will offer them and you can also hire all the equioment,
wet suits, air tanks etc...
For
snorkeling, buy a good quality face mask as it will afford clarity of
vision, and there's so much to see under the waves in Menorca.
It
might also be worth investing in a good anti-jellyfish skin protector.
Creams are available at most Farmacias on the island
Take
the plunge here...
There are
around 20 diving centres around Menorca. Most
offer a range of PADI courses and excellent coastal dive sites.
So wheverever you are, North, South, East or West coast, you are never
far from a sub aqua adventure.
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