

Best for beginner divers, 1-10m, shore entry, moderate current.
Cala Roca Bona in Estartit is a rocky reef site suitable for beginners. Located along a chain of reefs, the area offers shallow depths ranging from 1 to 10 metres, with an average of 5 metres. Shore entry is required to access the site, where visibility typically fluctuates between 5 and 15 metres. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of potential hazards including surf, rip currents, and strong currents. Species recorded around this area include common octopus, Mediterranean moray, great barracuda, European common cuttlefish, flying gurnard, white-spotted octopus, wrasses, scorpionfish, various nudibranchs, and cow snails.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-25°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Species recorded around this area include common octopus, Mediterranean moray, great barracuda, European common cuttlefish, flying gurnard, white-spotted octopus, wrasses, scorpionfish, Cratena slugs, flatworms, Mediterranean violet aeolids, cow snails, Turkish wrasse, and tricolor doris.
Yes, Cala Roca Bona is suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Access to the site is via shore entry.
Yes, the site is well-suited for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5.
Visibility ranges from 5 to 15 metres, and water temperatures vary from 13C in February to 25C in August. Divers should be cautious of surf, rip currents, and strong currents.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Cala Roca Bona in Palamós. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 25°C.