Scuba Diving in Monterey Bay

The Monterey Bay Sanctuary attracts divers from around the world: more than 65,000 of them visit each year. Lured by the unique beauty of the kelp forest and underwater canyon, divers also appreciate the good visibility and safe conditions.

Monastery Beach and Stillwater Cove in Carmel; Bluefish and Whaler’s Coves at Point Lobos; Monterey State, San Carlos and McAbee Beaches in Monterey are popular beach dives. Monterey has been rated as the best beach dive in the U.S., according to Scuba Diving magazine.

Check with local dive centers for regulations. Practice responsible diving. Conditions can change rapidly on the bay. Check www.noaa.gov for comprehensive marine weather reports. For additional sea conditions and wave models click here.

Diving Facilities

Monterey Bay Dive Center
225 Cannery Row #M
Monterey, CA
Phone: 831-656-0454
Website: www.MontereyScubaDiving.com

Monterey Express Diving Charters
32 Cannery Row
Monterey, CA
Toll-Free: 888-422-2999
Local: 831-659-3009
Website: www.montereyexpress.com