

Best for intermediate divers, 7-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Boya 5 is a wall and reef site located in Palma, Spain, featuring a drift dive profile. The topography descends from 7 metres to a maximum depth of 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers must manage moderate currents and maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid entanglement risks along the wall. Visibility varies, reaching up to 50 metres. Due to the depth and current, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Access is by boat only, and typical dive times are around 40 minutes. Water temperatures range from 14C to 20C throughout the year.
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June and October offer the most consistent conditions, with the current tending to behave more predictably than mid-summer. Brief your crew on the entanglement risk near the wall before entry, and agree on a maximum depth and turn-around time given how quickly 40 metres arrives on a drift.
The site is accessed by boat from the ZOEA Mallorca dive center located in the Club Nautico of Santa Ponsa.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-40m
Visibility
Up to 50m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-20°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jun, Oct
The site ranges from 7 metres to 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, Boya 5 is classified for intermediate divers due to the depth, moderate currents, and potential for entanglement.
Access to Boya 5 is by boat only.
June and October offer the most consistent conditions with more predictable currents.
Diving at Boya 5 in Santa Ponsa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Boya 5 in Santa Ponsa. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Boya 5 in Santa Ponsa are June and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Boya 5 in Santa Ponsa. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Boya 5 in Santa Ponsa can reach up to 50 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.