

Best for beginner divers, 2-8m, shore entry, mild current.
Cotobro is a shallow shore-entry reef dive in Almunecar, Andalusia, ideal for beginner divers. The site features a reef structure ranging from 2 to 8 metres in depth, with an average of 6 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 5 and 10 metres. Marine life frequently observed includes wrasses, Turkish wrasse, Tompot blenny, bream, and comber. Less common sightings include common octopus, scorpionfish, fried egg jellyfish, white seabream, mauve stinger, two-banded seabream, grunt, and striped red mullet. Remain alert for entanglement risks when navigating the reef structure. Facilities including parking, toilets, and showers are available on site, supporting a comfortable experience for a typical 40-minute dive.
36.73180, -3.70557
The site is accessible year-round, so there is no single best season to aim for, but water temperature swings between 16 and 23 degrees Celsius, so pack a thicker wetsuit for winter months. Parking, toilets, and showers are all on site, making this a comfortable choice for a full day of diving.
Shore entry.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 8m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
16-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Divers regularly encounter wrasses, Turkish wrasse, Tompot blenny, bream, and comber. Less frequently, you may spot common octopus, scorpionfish, fried egg jellyfish, white seabream, mauve stinger, two-banded seabream, grunt, and striped red mullet.
Yes, Cotobro is well-suited to newly certified open water divers due to its shallow depths and mild currents.
The reef sits between 2 and 8 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive site.
Given the shallow depth of 2 to 8 metres, the site is accessible for snorkelling.
Diving at Cotobro in Almunecar requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Cotobro in Almunecar. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 23°C.
The best months to visit Cotobro in Almunecar are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Cotobro in Almunecar typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cotobro in Almunecar typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.