

Best for beginner divers, 2-10m, shore entry, mild current.
Little Bay in Tarifa, Spain, offers a compact mix of natural reef, artificial reef, and wreck diving. With depths ranging from 2 to 10 metres and an average of 8 metres, this site is well-suited for beginner divers. Visibility typically spans 5 to 12 metres, with mild currents. Shore entry requires caution due to surf and breaking waves; timing your entry during a lull in the sets is recommended. Facilities including showers, toilets, and changing rooms are available on site. Species recorded around this area include ocean sunfish, common octopus, various nudibranchs, wrasses, scorpionfish, and sea stars. Always monitor for jellyfish and rip currents before entering the water.
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The shore entry can be awkward when surf is up, so time your entry during a lull in the wave sets and wear boots to protect your feet on the reef. Showers, toilets, and changing rooms are available on site, so there is no need to pack light.
Shore diving at Camp Bay.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
5-12m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
16-20°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth range of 2 to 10 metres and mild currents.
Species recorded around this area include ocean sunfish, common octopus, Mediterranean violet aeolids, wrasses, giant doris, Cratena slugs, tricolor doris, kingfish, flatworms, scorpionfish, sea stars, bream, crabs, and violescent sea-whips.
The site ranges from 2 to 10 metres deep, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Little Bay is a shore entry dive. Be aware that the entry can be awkward when surf is present, so time your entry during a lull in the wave sets.
Yes, the shallow depths of 2 to 10 metres make this site accessible for snorkelling, provided you remain aware of surf and rip currents.
Diving at Little Bay in Gibraltar requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Little Bay in Gibraltar. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Little Bay in Gibraltar are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Little Bay in Gibraltar should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Little Bay in Gibraltar typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Little Bay in Gibraltar typically ranges from 5 metres to 12 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.