

Best for intermediate divers, 14-26m, boat entry, mild current.
Fraggle Rock in Almunecar, Spain, offers a varied underwater experience combining reef, wreck, and drift diving. The site features a depth range of 14 to 26 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres. Divers encounter a mix of reef structures and wreck remains, requiring careful gear management to avoid entanglement. Due to the potential for surging currents and the depth profile, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Boat access is mandatory for all entries, and divers should carry a surface marker buoy. Typical dive times are approximately 55 minutes, with water temperatures ranging from 16C to 19C throughout the year.
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Time your descent to coincide with the mildest tidal flow, as currents can surge with little warning at depth. Bring a surface marker buoy on every dive since this is a boat-access-only site with no shore facilities to rely on.
Reached via boat from authorised dive centres in La Herradura.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-26m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
55 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
There is no confirmed species data for this site.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth, potential for strengthening currents, and entanglement risks associated with the wreck.
The site ranges from 14 to 26 metres deep, with an average depth of 22 metres.
This is a boat-access-only site; a boat is required for all entries to avoid local currents.
No, this site is designed for diving and requires boat access, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Fraggle Rock in La Herradura requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Fraggle Rock in La Herradura. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 19°C.
The best months to visit Fraggle Rock in La Herradura are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Fraggle Rock in La Herradura typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Fraggle Rock in La Herradura typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.