

Best for beginner divers, 7-13m, boat entry.
Punta del Castillo is a reef dive located off San Jose in Cabo de Gata, Spain. This site is suitable for beginners, featuring depths between 7 and 13 metres with an average of 10 metres. Divers access the reef by boat, experiencing visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. The environment is generally calm with little current, allowing for typical dive times of 45 minutes. Night diving is also permitted. Divers should remain cautious of boat traffic during ascents and use a surface marker buoy. The reef contains sharp rocks, coral, and sea urchins, so divers should avoid touching the seabed or reef surface to prevent injury.
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Watch where you place your hands and fins because the reef has sharp rocks, coral, and sea urchins that can cause cuts and punctures. Boat traffic passes through the area, so stay close to your dive guide and use a surface marker buoy when ascending.
Shore access is available at Marina del Este.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-13m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-23°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the calm conditions and lack of current, which helps in building confidence.
The site has a depth range of 7 to 13 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
Hazards include boat traffic, which requires the use of a surface marker buoy, and the presence of sharp rocks, coral, and sea urchins on the reef.
The site is primarily used for diving and requires boat access, though the shallow depths may accommodate snorkellers depending on local tour operator policies.
Diving at Punta del Castillo in San Jose requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Punta del Castillo in San Jose. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 23°C.
Visibility at Punta del Castillo in San Jose typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.