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Watersports available locallyThere are many opportunities locally to participate in a wide range of water-based sporting and leisure activities. Here we list a few to whet your appetite! Yachting and Boating - Denia and Javea MarinasLocated in the southeast section of the port, this marina completes the magnificent line-up of facilities available in Denia. Denia's busy ferry services, plus a growing international sea trade ensures that the marina's moorings are busy all year round. Each year a growing number of sailing enthusiasts from different countries use this area as their home base in view of the attractions of the Costa Blanca and the amenities to be found here. Situated only 48 nautical miles from the Balearics, the Denia Yacht Club offers an excellent base for boating in the Mediterranean. The Port of Javea, adjacent to Cabo San Antonio, has 352 moorings. Within a short sailing trip from the port are the capes of San Antonio and San Martín. Sailing south around Portichol Island towards the Cabo de la Nao leads you to the clear waters of Granadella cove. Just south of Cabo San Antonio and close to a marine nature reserve, the Club Nautico de Javea has excellent amenities including a restaurant, café, social hall and swimming pool. There is also a light sailing craft school operating during the summer months and on weekends throughout the rest of the year.
Sub-Aqua and ScubaThe coast to the south of the port - highlighted against the backdrop of the rugged Montgo nature reserve - is characterised by cliffs and rocky inlets with clear waters that stretch as far as Cabo San Antonio. This is a natural marine reserve which forms an ideal setting for diving enthusiasts. The under-water visibility in this part of the Mediterranean Sea is very good, especially at the locations further away from the coast. Visibility ranges of 20 to 40 meters (or approximately 65 to 130 feet) is quite normal. There are some days with heavier seas which reduce visibility, but these are relatively rare. There are plenty of dive sites to choose from, so you should be able to find at least one with calm seas. Cave DivingWARNING! Never dive in caves unless you are qualified and experienced! The landscape between Denia and Benidorm lies an area packed with underwater caves and caverns - many remain unexplored. North of Moraira lies the 'Moraig' cave system, an underground river that ends up in the sea. Wreck DivingWARNING! Never dive wrecks unless you are qualified and experienced! The deepest wrecks along the Costa Blanca are:
Sea ExcursionsExcursiones Marítimas Mundo Marino specialises in sea excursions and has bases in the ports of Denia, Javea and Calpe. The company operates pleasure-boat trips between the Cap San Antonio and the Rock de Ifach. These trips are an excellent way for non-sailors to discover the hidden charms of this part of the Costa Blanca.
Boat RentalThere are a number of boat and yacht Charter specialists based in and around Denia. This area has the huge benefit of being positioned on the mainland of Spain closest the the Balearic islands, with Ibiza and Formentera just 48 and 60 nautical miles from Denia respectively. Many charter customers enjoy cruising close to the port base of Denia as the coastline is so beautiful. Along the rocky coastline there are many beautiful coves, beaches and caves, some of which are only accessible from the sea. Beaches and WindsurfingAt Javea, there is a small sandy beach backed by many cafes and bars, a very popular spot for families. Moraira also has a lovely little beach. Denia's busy port divides the local coastline into two completely different sections. These are known as "Marines" and "Rotas". The busier popular beaches stretch more than ten kilometres away from Denia towards the north. Here you will find full beach facilities, including services to rent windsurf equipment and where you can learn to windsurf. These beaches are ideal for windsurf enthusiasts since the winds here suit enthusiasts of all levels. Winds are typically lighter breezes in the morning (ideal for beginners!) with somewhat stronger south-westerly winds building later on in the afternoon.
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