

Best for intermediate divers, 12-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Illa Ferriol is a boat-access site located in the Medes Islands, Spain, offering a diverse underwater landscape of walls, canyons, and caves. Divers can explore depths ranging from 12 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres. The site is suited for intermediate divers, as the terrain requires careful buoyancy control to avoid sharp coral and rock surfaces. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility typically between 10 and 20 metres. Boat access is required to reach this site, which lies 1000 metres from the shore. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes.
42.08587, 3.19822
May and October offer the best balance of water temperature, visibility, and marine activity, making them the recommended months to plan your trip. Watch your buoyancy throughout the dive as the rock and coral surfaces are sharp, particularly inside the canyon and cave sections.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
12-30m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-21°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Oct
The site ranges from 12 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 22 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
Illa Ferriol is a boat-access site located 1000 metres from the shore; a boat is required.
May and October are the recommended months, offering the best balance of water temperature, visibility, and marine activity.
Diving at Illa Ferriol in L Escala requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Illa Ferriol in L Escala. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 21°C.
The best months to visit Illa Ferriol in L Escala are May and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Illa Ferriol in L Escala typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Illa Ferriol in L Escala typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.