

Best for beginner divers, Up to 13m, boat entry, mild current.
Los Túneles in Cabo de Gata is a reef and cave system reaching a maximum depth of 13 metres. Accessible only by boat, the site offers mild currents and visibility reaching up to 25 metres. It is suitable for beginners, though divers should be aware of overhead environments and potential entanglement hazards. Marine life observed at the site includes snails, which are very common, alongside uncommon crabs and clingfish. Rarer sightings include European common cuttlefish, Cratena slugs, wrasses, tompot blennies, flat crabs, and sea stars. Water temperatures range from 15C in February to 23C in September, providing a varied environment for underwater exploration.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 13m
Visibility
Up to 25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-23°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Oct
Divers frequently record snails at this site. Other species observed include uncommon crabs and clingfish, as well as rare European common cuttlefish, Cratena slugs, wrasses, tompot blennies, flat crabs, and sea stars.
Yes, Los Túneles is considered an easy dive site suitable for beginners, with a maximum depth of 13 metres.
Access to Los Túneles is by boat only.
The best months to visit Los Túneles are May and October.
The site features mild currents and visibility that can reach up to 25 metres, with water temperatures fluctuating between 15C and 23C throughout the year.
Diving at Los Túneles in Almería requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Los Túneles in Almería. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 23°C.
Los Túneles in Almería has a maximum depth of 13 metres.