

El Toro, located in Palma, Spain, is a marine dive site with a recorded depth of approximately 10 metres. Divers at this site may encounter a variety of marine life, including uncommon sightings of Great Barracuda, Mediterranean Moray, and Scorpionfish. The site also hosts various invertebrates such as Cratena Slug, Tricolor Doris, Splendid Elysia, and Mediterranean Violet Aeolid. Rarer observations include the Common Octopus, Harlequin Sea Goddess, Cow Snail, and Rock Cod. Wrasses, including the Turkish Wrasse, are also present. Conditions at this site vary, with water temperatures ranging from 15C in the winter months to 27C during the peak of summer.
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Skippers choose sites by wind, swell and visibility, so confirm your plan on the day.
Most boats stage from Santa Ponça or Port Adriano. Arrive 20 minutes early to sort paperwork and kit.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10m
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-27°C
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Divers may encounter Great Barracuda, Mediterranean Moray, Scorpionfish, and various nudibranchs like the Cratena Slug and Tricolor Doris. Other species recorded include the Common Octopus, Turkish Wrasse, and Rock Cod.
The recorded depth at this site is approximately 10 metres.
With a depth of 10 metres, the site is generally accessible, though conditions can vary.
While the site is used for diving, the shallow depth of 10 metres may allow for snorkelling depending on local conditions and boat access.
Yes, El Toro in Santa Ponça is a boat-access-only dive site. You will need to book with a local dive operator or charter a boat to reach it.
Yes, parking is available near El Toro. Arrive early during peak seasons as spaces can fill up quickly.
Diving at El Toro in Santa Ponça requires the following certifications: OW+. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Toro in Santa Ponça. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit El Toro in Santa Ponça are May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.