

Best for advanced divers, 30-42m, boat entry, strong current.
The Malakoff is a French-owned cargo steamer that sank in 1929 after striking a submerged rock formation. Located 700 metres from the shore of Cala en Forcat, the wreck sits upright on a sandy bottom at a depth of 40 metres, with the deck level at 32 metres. Salvage operations in the 1950s removed all structures above the deck. This 105-metre-long wreck now functions as an artificial reef. Due to the depth of 30 to 42 metres and strong currents, this site is suitable only for advanced divers. Access is by boat only, with visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres and water temperatures between 14C and 20C.
39.91691, 3.91225
Wide-angle photography works best along the main rock spine, while macro shooters should focus on fissures for small crustaceans and nudibranchs.
Run as a boat dive from the Fornells/Cala Tirant area when sea state allows.
Recorded at this site
Depth
30-42m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-20°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The wreck sits on a sandy bottom at a depth of 40 metres, with the deck level located at 32 metres. Overall site depths range from 30 to 42 metres.
No, the Malakoff is intended for advanced divers due to the significant depth, potential for strong currents, and the overhead environment of the wreck.
Access to the site is by boat only, as it is located 700 metres from the shore.
No, this site is not suitable for snorkelling due to the depth of the wreck, which lies between 30 and 42 metres.
The primary hazards include the deep nature of the dive, the presence of an overhead environment within the wreck, and strong currents.
Diving at Malakoff in Fornells requires the following certifications: Advanced, Wreck, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Malakoff in Fornells. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Malakoff in Fornells. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Malakoff in Fornells are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Malakoff in Fornells can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Malakoff in Fornells typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.