

Best for beginner divers, 1-8m, shore entry, mild current.
Playa del Corral is a semi-open cove in Cabo de Gata featuring volcanic rock formations and natural rock pools. This shore-entry site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 8 metres and an average depth of 4 metres. Conditions vary, with visibility typically between 5 and 15 metres and mild currents. Hazards include sharp coral and surf. Species recorded around this area include Turkish Wrasse, various bream species, Painted Comber, Striped Red Mullet, Tompot Blenny, and crabs. It serves as a sheltered alternative for snorkelling when Levante winds affect more exposed coastal locations.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 8m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-25°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include Turkish Wrasse, White Seabream, Painted Comber, Striped Red Mullet, Tompot Blenny, and various crabs.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 4 metres and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 1 to 8 metres, with an average depth of 4 metres.
Playa del Corral is a shore-entry site.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling with a rating of 3 out of 5.
The best months for diving and snorkelling at this site are June, July, August, September, and October.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Playa del Corral in Carboneras. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 25°C.
Playa del Corral in Carboneras typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Playa del Corral in Carboneras typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.