

Best for intermediate divers, 8-17m, boat entry, mild current.
Bello Rincón in Cabo de Gata is a reef and wall site formed by cliff collapses, featuring large rocks between 8 and 12 metres high. The topography creates passages, overhangs, small caves, and shaded areas. Divers can explore depths ranging from 8 to 17 metres, with an average of 10 metres. Marine life includes snails, which are very common, alongside uncommon sightings of European Common Cuttlefish, wrasses, crabs, and clingfish. Rare species such as Cratena slugs, flat crabs, Tompot blennies, sea stars, and purple sea stars are also recorded. The site requires boat access and is suitable for intermediate divers, with mild currents and visibility reaching up to 15 metres. Sea urchins are present as a hazard.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
8-17m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-23°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jun, Oct
Divers regularly record snails, European Common Cuttlefish, wrasses, crabs, and clingfish. Rarer sightings include Cratena slugs, flat crabs, Tompot blennies, and various sea stars.
No, Bello Rincón is rated for intermediate divers due to the nature of the terrain and site conditions.
The site ranges from 8 to 17 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site.
The best months for diving at Bello Rincón are June and October.
Diving at Bello Rincón in Almería requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Bello Rincón in Almería. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 23°C.
Bello Rincón in Almería typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Bello Rincón in Almería typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.