

Best for intermediate divers, 5-25m, boat entry, moderate current.
Las Calles in Tarifa features large, tall stone blocks arranged to form corridors. These structures provide shelter from the moderate currents found at this site. Divers can explore depths ranging from 5 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Marine life recorded here includes the European Common Cuttlefish, Marbled Electric Ray, Mediterranean Moray, and Common Octopus. Various nudibranchs such as the Tricolor Doris, Felimare villafranca, and Mediterranean Violet Aeolid are also present, alongside scorpionfish and wrasses. Due to the presence of strong currents, this site is suitable for intermediate divers. Access is by boat only, with boat charter and equipment rental facilities available locally.
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The orange cup coral colonies are slow-growing and fragile, so neutral buoyancy and kick discipline are essential.
Independent diving is not possible around the island; this is a centre-run boat dive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-19°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Divers can encounter European Common Cuttlefish, Marbled Electric Rays, Mediterranean Morays, and Common Octopuses. Various sea slugs and flatworms are also recorded at this reef.
No, Las Calles is classified as an intermediate dive site due to the presence of moderate to strong currents.
The site ranges from 5 to 25 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
No, Las Calles requires boat access.
Water temperatures range from 16C in March to 19C during the summer months of June through October.
Diving at Las Calles in Tarifa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Las Calles in Tarifa. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Las Calles in Tarifa. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 19°C.
The best months to visit Las Calles in Tarifa are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.