

Best for intermediate divers, 22-29m, boat entry, mild current.
Pared de las Gorgonias is a wall and reef site located in Cabo de Gata, Spain. The site features a wall dropping from 22 to 29 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Divers encounter a rocky structure that requires careful buoyancy control to avoid contact with sea urchins present on the surface. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 15 and 19 degrees Celsius throughout the year, making a 5mm wetsuit advisable. Boat access is required to reach this site, which is supported by local operators providing guided tours, equipment rental, and air fills.
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Watch where you place your hands and fins on the wall, as sea urchins are present across the reef structure and a careless touch is an easy mistake to make. Boat access is required, and the site is served by local operators offering guided tours and equipment rental, so pre-booking with a dive centre is the straightforward way to get out here.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
22-29m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
The site features a wall that drops from 22 to 29 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Pared de las Gorgonias is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth and the need for precise buoyancy control around the wall.
Boat access is required to reach Pared de las Gorgonias. Local dive centres provide guided tours and equipment rental to facilitate visits.
Sea urchins are present across the reef and wall surface. Divers should maintain good buoyancy control to avoid contact with the rocky structures.
This site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 22 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Pared de las Gorgonias in Carboneras requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Pared de las Gorgonias in Carboneras. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Pared de las Gorgonias in Carboneras. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 19°C.
Pared de las Gorgonias in Carboneras typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pared de las Gorgonias in Carboneras typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.