

Best for beginner divers, 1-22m, boat entry.
Baix de Cols is a diverse marine site located in the Medes Islands, Spain, featuring a combination of pinnacle, wall, and reef topography. The site is accessible by boat and is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 22 metres and an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility typically spans 5 to 10 metres. Divers should remain alert for boat traffic during ascent and use a surface marker buoy. While conditions are generally calm, be prepared for potential current changes, particularly near the wall. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 13C in February to 22C in August.
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Bring a torch to see conger eels, lobsters, and octopus in the tunnel crevices and darker wall patches.
Departures generally run from L'Escala port.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 22m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-22°C
Current
None
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering a range of depths from 1 to 22 metres.
Access to Baix de Cols is by boat only.
The average depth at this site is 15 metres, with a maximum depth of 22 metres.
Water temperatures range from 13C in February to 22C in August.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, potential current changes, and depth management. Always use a surface marker buoy upon ascent.
Diving at Baix de Cols in L Escala requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Baix de Cols in L Escala. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 22°C.
The best months to visit Baix de Cols in L Escala are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.