

Best for advanced divers, 12-60m, boat entry, moderate current.
Furio de Fito is a wall, reef, and pinnacle site located 805 metres offshore in the Medes Islands. The topography drops from 12 metres to a maximum depth of 60 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres. This site is strictly for advanced divers due to the significant depth and moderate currents, which can occasionally become strong. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres. Boat access is required for all dives, and local operators provide guided tours and air fills. Given the water temperatures of 13 to 17 degrees Celsius, a drysuit or thick wetsuit is recommended for the typical 45-minute dive duration.
41.97818, 3.22740
Book through a local operator offering guided tours and boat charter, as reading the current before and during the dive is critical at this site. Air fills are available, but confirm your gas plan accounts for the 60-metre maximum depth before you splash.
Boat access only, approximately 35 minutes from Palamós port.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-60m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-17°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
This site is designated for advanced divers only due to the deep profile and potential for moderate to strong currents.
The site ranges from 12 metres to 60 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 805 metres from the shore.
No, this is a deep dive site intended for advanced scuba divers.
The main hazards are the significant depth and the presence of moderate to strong currents. Divers must monitor their depth gauge and stay close to the boat during ascent.
Diving at Furio de Fito in Begur requires the following certifications: AOW. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Furio de Fito in Begur. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 17°C.
The best months to visit Furio de Fito in Begur are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Furio de Fito in Begur. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Furio de Fito in Begur typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.