La Herradura is a sheltered bay near Almunecar, providing an accessible shore dive suitable for beginners. The site features shallow depths ranging from 5 to 8 metres and generally calm conditions with no significant current. Visibility at the site typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres. Divers can enter directly from the shore, eliminating the need for a boat. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, reaching 23 degrees Celsius in August and dropping to 16 degrees Celsius during winter months. As facilities at the site are limited, it is recommended to arrange equipment hire and air fills with a local dive centre in Almunecar prior to arrival.

Calaiza is a wall dive located 500 metres off the coast of Almunecar, Spain. The site features a wall dropping from 10 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. It is suitable for beginner divers, offering mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers should note that visibility can be variable and occasionally low, requiring careful monitoring of surroundings and buoyancy control near the wall structure. As facilities are not guaranteed at the site, confirm vessel availability and equipment requirements with your local operator before planning your dive.

La Higuera in Almunecar, Spain, offers a varied underwater landscape featuring a combination of reef, wall, and cave formations. Suitable for beginners, the site is accessed directly from the shore. Divers can expect depths ranging from 10 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 16C in the winter months to 21C in August. The site supports night diving, with typical dives lasting around 45 minutes. Divers should be aware of sea urchins present in the area.

Los Molinos is a reef site located off the coast of Almunecar, Spain, suitable for beginner divers. The site reaches a maximum depth of 18 metres and is characterised by mild currents, making navigation straightforward. Access to the site is by boat only. Divers should remain vigilant regarding boat traffic in the area; it is essential to deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending and throughout the safety stop to ensure visibility to passing vessels. Water temperatures range from 16C to 21C depending on the time of year. As on-site amenities are not guaranteed, divers should confirm facility availability locally before planning a trip.

La Pared Amarilla is a drift dive site located 1000 metres off the coast of Almunecar, Spain. This site features a wall and cave topography with depths ranging from 8 to 30 metres, averaging 18 metres. Divers typically experience mild currents and visibility between 10 and 25 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and offers a 50-minute dive profile. Access is strictly by boat. Hazards include an overhead environment, surge, and potential for strong currents. Facilities available at the nearby dive shop include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, and air fills.

Territorio Congrio in Almunecar is a marine dive site characterised by wall and drift topography. The site maintains a consistent depth of 10 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Access is exclusively by boat. Divers should be aware of moderate currents and the potential for strong current conditions. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 16C in the winter months to 23C in August. Species recorded around this area include the ocean sunfish, European common cuttlefish, common octopus, marbled electric ray, flying gurnard, conger eel, various nudibranchs, and scorpionfish.

Calaiza Beach in Almunecar is a protected bay accessible via a steep hike through pine forests or by kayak. This site is suitable for beginners and offers a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 16C in the winter months to 25C in August. The sheltered nature of the bay provides calm conditions for snorkellers. Entry to the water can be achieved from the shore or by boat. As a protected area, the site serves as a nursery for local marine life.

Cueva de las Palomas in Almunecar is a boat-access site featuring a combination of wall, reef, and drop-off topography. The site is defined by its overhead cave structure, which requires careful navigation to avoid entanglement. Divers typically explore depths between 5 and 18 metres, with visibility reaching up to 11 metres. Water temperatures range from 16C to 21C, and currents are generally mild. Orange corals colonise the rock faces, and nudibranchs are frequently observed. Species recorded around this area include various nudibranchs, conger eels, octopus, and scorpionfish. Due to the overhead environment, guided tours are recommended for this intermediate-level dive.