

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Caló des Mort is a small cove in Formentera, Ibiza, featuring a mix of reef and seagrass habitats. The site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 3 metres and a maximum of 5 metres. Entry is via a small sandy beach or the flat rocks near traditional boathouses. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 30 metres, though currents are generally mild. Water temperatures fluctuate between 15C and 27C, and a wetsuit is recommended outside of the peak summer months. Species recorded around this area include great barracuda, common octopus, European common cuttlefish, wrasses, and various sea stars.
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Arrive early in the morning to secure a spot, as the cove is small and fills up quickly.
Access is exclusively on foot via a steep path and rocky terrain. One route starts from Es Copinar beach, taking 10 to 15 minutes. Another approach is from an unmarked dirt road near Hotel Riu la Mola, which involves a slippery descent assisted by a rope.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include great barracuda, common octopus, European common cuttlefish, wrasses, Turkish wrasse, sea stars, and two-banded seabream.
Yes, Caló des Mort is suitable for beginners, with shallow depths averaging 3 metres and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
This is a shore entry site, accessible via a small sandy beach or the flat rocks surrounding the traditional boathouses.
Yes, this site is highly rated for snorkelling, with a rating of 5 out of 5.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Caló des Mort in Formentera. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Caló des Mort in Formentera are May, June, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Caló des Mort in Formentera typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Caló des Mort in Formentera typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.