

Best for beginner divers, 8-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Torre del Sumidero is an artificial reef located 1000 metres off the coast of Cala en Forcat. The site sits at depths between 8 and 18 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. It is suitable for beginner divers, offering mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and divers must remain alert for boat traffic when surfacing. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, scorpionfish, and various nudibranchs. Always deploy a surface marker buoy to signal your position to passing vessels. Water temperatures fluctuate seasonally, ranging from 14C in February to 25C in August and September.
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Watch out for boat traffic on ascent and always deploy a surface marker buoy before coming up, as this is a boat-entry site. Check locally for current facility information before your trip.
Located about 15 minutes from the port of Ciutadella de Menorca by boat, sailing south in front of the cliff of Cala Blanca.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-25°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, scorpionfish, common octopus, and various nudibranchs such as the splendid elysia and cratena slug.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers due to the moderate depths and mild currents.
The site ranges from 8 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 1000 metres from the shore.
The primary hazard is boat traffic. Divers must always deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending to signal their position to passing vessels.
Diving at Torre del Sumidero 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 Torre del Sumidero in Ciutadella de Menorca. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 25°C.
Torre del Sumidero in Ciutadella de Menorca typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Torre del Sumidero in Ciutadella de Menorca typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.