

Best for advanced divers, 35-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
La Gabarra is a wreck dive located in the Cantabric Sea near Santander, Spain. Resting at depths between 35 and 40 metres, this site is strictly for advanced divers with wreck specialisation. The environment presents significant challenges, including moderate currents, limited visibility of approximately 5 metres, and an overhead structure. Divers must manage decompression obligations and nitrogen narcosis risks carefully throughout the typical 45-minute dive. Due to the depth and potential for entanglement within the wreck, precise buoyancy control and thorough gas planning are essential. Access to this site is by boat only, and conditions require careful monitoring before descent.
43.36728, -3.11540
Check current conditions with the local operator before committing to the dive, as current strength can vary significantly and directly affects how much bottom time you can safely use at this depth. Confirm gas planning and deco obligations on the surface, and ensure your SMB is rigged and ready before descent.
The remains are located in front of Playa de la Arena.
Recorded at this site
Depth
35-40m
Visibility
5m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-17°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only. It requires wreck specialisation and experience with deep, overhead environments.
The wreck sits at a depth of 35 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 29 metres.
La Gabarra is a boat-only dive site.
Key hazards include decompression requirements, significant depth, nitrogen narcosis, entanglement risks within the wreck, and moderate currents.
Diving at La Gabarra in Bilbao requires the following certifications: Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at La Gabarra in Bilbao. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 17°C.
Expect moderate currents at La Gabarra in Bilbao. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at La Gabarra in Bilbao typically ranges from 5 metres to 5 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.