

Best for intermediate divers, 15-23m, boat entry, moderate current.
Bahía de los Cochinos, located off San Sebastian, Spain, offers a diverse underwater topography featuring a reef, a wall, and a wreck. Divers can explore depths between 15 and 23 metres. Access is exclusively by boat to avoid the surf break, and divers should be prepared for moderate currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres. The wreck provides an overhead environment, requiring careful buoyancy control and awareness of entanglement risks. Due to water temperatures between 12 and 20 degrees Celsius, thermal protection is necessary. Surface boat traffic is common, making the use of a delayed surface marker buoy essential for safety.
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Cold water and variable visibility mean an underwater torch is useful even on day dives, and particularly so if you plan to explore the wreck interior at night. Check locally for current boat schedules and any seasonal restrictions on access.
Travel to Havana, then take a car, bus, or taxi to Playa Larga or Playa Girón. The drive takes about 2.5 to 3 hours.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-23m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
12-20°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
The site depths range from 15 to 23 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents, overhead environments, and variable visibility.
Access is by boat only. A boat is required to reach the site, which is located 1500 metres from the shore, and to avoid the surf break.
Hazards include boat traffic, cold water, entanglement risks near the wreck, overhead environments, strong currents, and surf.
Yes, night diving is permitted at this site.
Diving at Bahía de los Cochinos in Hondarribia requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Bahía de los Cochinos in Hondarribia. Water temperatures range from 12°C to 20°C.
Expect moderate currents at Bahía de los Cochinos in Hondarribia. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Bahía de los Cochinos in Hondarribia typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.