

Best for beginner divers, 6-20m, boat entry.
La Xinxa is a wall and reef site located in the Medes Islands, Spain, suitable for beginner divers. The site features a reef structure ranging from 6 to 20 metres in depth, with an average of 14 metres. Visibility typically spans 5 to 10 metres. Divers frequently encounter common octopus, wrasses, scorpionfish, and various nudibranchs such as the Cratena slug. Mediterranean morays, conger eels, and cuttlefish are also present. The site is accessible only by boat, and divers should remain vigilant for boat traffic during ascents. Night diving is possible, offering increased activity from octopus and cuttlefish.
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La Xinxa dives particularly well at night, when octopus and cuttlefish are far more active and easier to spot. Boat traffic is a real hazard here, so stay close to your dive guide on ascent and use a surface marker buoy.
Boat access is required to reach the site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-20m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-22°C
Current
None
Best Time
Jun, Oct
Divers regularly encounter common octopus, wrasses, scorpionfish, and Cratena slugs. Less frequently, you may spot Mediterranean morays, cuttlefish, conger eels, and various nudibranch species.
Yes, La Xinxa is well-suited for beginner divers due to the manageable depth and lack of strong currents.
The reef and wall structure ranges from 6 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 14 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site. You must use a boat to access the location and should use a surface marker buoy during your ascent.
The best months to visit La Xinxa are June and October.
Diving at La Xinxa in L Escala requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at La Xinxa in L Escala. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 22°C.
Visibility at La Xinxa in L Escala typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.