

Best for beginner divers, 8-19m, boat entry, mild current.
El Dique is a reef dive located 500 metres off the coast of Cala en Forcat, Menorca. Suitable for beginner divers, the site features depths ranging from 8 to 19 metres with an average of 12 metres. Divers navigate a reef structure that supports dusky groupers, Mediterranean morays, and various seabream species including saddled, white, and two-banded varieties. Salemas, striped red mullets, octopus, and rainbow wrasses are also present. Visibility varies significantly from 10 to 40 metres, and currents are generally mild. Access is by boat only. Divers should remain vigilant regarding boat traffic during ascents and use a surface marker buoy.
39.98700, 3.82700
Boat traffic is the primary surface hazard, so deploy your surface marker buoy before ascending and make your ascent away from the mooring line if other divers are present. The site is diveable year-round, but water temperature swings from 14C in winter to 25C in summer, so pack a thicker wetsuit if you are visiting between November and March.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-19m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-25°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
The reef is home to dusky groupers, Mediterranean morays, saddled seabream, white seabream, two-banded seabream, salemas, striped red mullets, octopus, and rainbow wrasses.
Yes, El Dique is well-suited to newly certified divers due to its manageable depths and mild currents.
The site ranges from 8 to 19 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
El Dique is a boat dive located 500 metres from the shore.
The main hazards include boat traffic on the surface, potential for low visibility, and shifting currents.
Diving at El Dique in Ciutadella requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near El Dique in Ciutadella. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at El Dique in Ciutadella. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 25°C.
El Dique in Ciutadella typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at El Dique in Ciutadella typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.