

Best for beginner divers, 1-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Son Xoriguer provides a varied underwater landscape featuring reef, seagrass beds, and a cave. Depths range from 1 to 18 metres, with an average of 8 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Visibility typically fluctuates between 5 and 15 metres, and currents are generally mild. Entry is from the shore, though divers should exercise caution regarding surf and shore break in the shallows. The site is accessible year-round and is also suitable for night diving. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, a café, and a dive shop to assist with equipment and logistics.
39.92450, 3.84070
The shore entry can involve a surf or shore break, so time your entry when the water is calm and wear booties to protect your feet on the rocks. A dive shop, showers, toilets, and a café are all on site, so you can travel light and sort equipment or a hot drink without leaving the beach.
Easy access to the sea from the shore or from a shallow water slipway.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 18m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
14-25°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 8 metres and mild currents that make navigation straightforward.
The site features depths ranging from 1 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
This is a shore entry site. Divers should time their entry carefully to avoid being affected by the surf and shore break.
Yes, Son Xoriguer is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
The primary hazard is the surf and shore break. It is recommended to time your entry and exit carefully to avoid being knocked over by wave action in the shallows.
Diving at Son Xoriguer in Ciutadella de Menorca requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Son Xoriguer in Ciutadella de Menorca. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Son Xoriguer in Ciutadella de Menorca are May, June, and July. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Son Xoriguer in Ciutadella de Menorca typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Son Xoriguer in Ciutadella de Menorca typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.