Autonomy exploration diving
from 35 €

Autonomous Dives with Manta Plongée 🌊🐠

Explore the Depths in Complete Freedom with Manta Plongée!

At Manta Plongée, we offer certified divers the opportunity to discover the underwater wonders of the Eastern Pyrenees in complete autonomy. Enjoy the incredible biodiversity of the Banyuls Cerbère nature reserve and the crystal clear waters of Argelès-sur-Mer at your own pace.

Why Choose Autonomy Diving?

Self-guided dives allow experienced divers to plan and execute their own dives, respecting safety limits and local guidelines. This is the perfect opportunity to hone your underwater navigation skills, explore less-crowded sites, and enjoy a more personal and immersive experience.

Required conditions :

  • Certification: Minimum level required (PADI Advanced Open Water, CMAS 2 stars, or equivalent)
  • Experience : At least 20 logged dives
  • Safety Briefing: Mandatory presentation of safety instructions and site specifics

Our Independent Diving Sites:

  1. Banyuls Cerbère Nature Reserve:
    • Highlights: Coral reefs, sea caves, exceptional biodiversity
    • Depth: 10-30 meters
    • Fauna and Flora: Groupers, sea bream, octopus, and a multitude of small colorful fish
  2. Argelès-sur-Mer:
    • Highlights: Fascinating wrecks, crystal clear waters, varied underwater landscapes
    • Depth: 10-25 meters
    • Fauna and Flora: Barracudas, lobsters, gorgonians, starfish

How it works ?

  1. Registration and Verification: Register at our center and present your certifications and dive logbook.
  2. Safety Briefing: Receive a detailed briefing on the chosen dive site, including points of interest, currents, and safety measures.
  3. Equipment: You can rent high-quality diving equipment from us or use your own equipment, checked by us.
  4. Independent Diving: Dive at your own pace, respecting the safety instructions and the limits of your certification.

Our Services for Scuba Divers:

  • Equipment Rental: High-end diving equipment available for rental.
  • On-Site Assistance: Rescue team ready to intervene if necessary.
  • Dive Planning: Tips and site maps for optimal diving.
  • Inflation Station: Bottle inflation available on site.

Book your Scuba Diving with Manta Plongée!

Whether you are an experienced diver looking for new challenges or an enthusiast wishing to explore at your own pace, independent dives at Manta Plongée offer you complete freedom to discover the underwater wonders of the Eastern Pyrenees .


Disabled access

Duration 1 hour(s)
From 12 years

Confirmation : Immediate

  • The formula includes

    Bloc Plombs trajet en bateau sur site

    The formula does not include

    le reste de l'équipement

    Equipment to provide

    Stabe Détendeur Palmes Masque Combinaison

    Documents to provide

    Certificat médical de moins de 1 an Justifier un niveau de plongée (carte de niveau, carnet de plongée..)

Meeting place


66700 ARGELES SUR MER