

Best for beginner divers, 8-30m, boat entry, variable current.
Contentin is a wall dive located in the Medes Islands, Spain, featuring a vertical drop from 8 metres to 30 metres with an average depth of 18 metres. Accessible only by boat, the site is situated 1600 metres from the shore. Divers experience variable currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 13C and 21C throughout the year. The site is suitable for beginners, though caution is required regarding boat traffic, sharp rocks, sea urchins, and jellyfish. Guided tours, equipment rental, and air fills are available for those visiting this location.
42.11545, 3.16415
Current can strengthen quickly at this site, so stay close to your guide and check conditions before dropping in. Watch where you place your hands on the wall as sea urchins and sharp rock edges are common, and scorpionfish can be very difficult to spot against the substrate.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
8-30m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-21°C
Current
Variable
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, this site is suitable for beginners, though divers should be aware of variable currents and potential hazards like sharp rocks and sea urchins.
The wall drops from approximately 8 metres down to 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Contentin is a boat dive located 1600 metres from the shore; boat access is required.
Hazards include boat traffic, variable currents, jellyfish, sea urchins, and sharp rock edges on the wall.
Yes, guided tours, equipment rental, and air fills are available for divers.
Diving at Contentin in L'Estartit requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Currents at Contentin in L'Estartit are variable and can change with tides and conditions. Always check current conditions before diving.
Visibility at Contentin in L'Estartit typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.