

Best for beginner divers, 10-18m, boat entry, mild current.
El Arco in Valparaíso is a distinctive rock formation featuring an archway, caves, and caverns. The site is characterised by a forest of huiros and a significant presence of sponges. Divers can explore this reef environment at depths ranging from 10 to 18 metres. Access to the site is by boat only. Conditions include mild currents and visibility that varies between 2 and 15 metres. Divers should be prepared for potential surge and low visibility. The site is suitable for beginner divers, though the cool water temperatures, which range from 12 to 15 degrees Celsius, require appropriate thermal protection.
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If you do not have a boat, you must access the area on foot by leaving your vehicle in the Can Marroig area and walking about one kilometer south for approximately 20 minutes.
Access by boat or on foot from the Can Marroig area, walking one kilometer south.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-18m
Visibility
2-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
12-15°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site features depths ranging from 10 to 18 metres.
El Arco is a boat dive and requires a boat for access.
Water temperatures at the site range from 12 to 15 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
Divers should be prepared for low visibility and surge conditions.
Diving at El Arco in La Savina requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at El Arco in La Savina. Water temperatures range from 12°C to 15°C.