

Best for intermediate divers, 10-18m, boat entry, moderate current.
La Corbera is a diverse dive site near Mouro Island, Santander, featuring a complex topography of walls, caves, and pinnacles. The site is characterised by a landscape of gorges and scattered rock blocks. Divers can explore specific features including a cathedral formation and the Cueva Grande. This site is suitable for intermediate divers, with depths ranging from 10 to 18 metres and an average of 15 metres. Access is strictly by boat. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility between 5 and 15 metres. The habitat supports a variety of temperate marine life and invertebrates typical of the Cantabrian region. Dives typically last 50 minutes.
43.47379, -3.75372
Monitor current direction before descent as it determines the optimal route around the pinnacles.
Access is by boat, with boats anchoring in the lee-side shallows to ride out surface swells.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-18m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-21°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jun, Oct
The site supports a variety of temperate reef fish and invertebrates typical of the Cantabrian marine habitat.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and cave environments.
The site ranges from 10 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
La Corbera requires boat access; it is not accessible from the shore.
The best months for diving at this site are June and October.
Diving at La Corbera in Santander requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at La Corbera in Santander. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 21°C.
Expect moderate currents at La Corbera in Santander. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at La Corbera in Santander typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.