

Best for beginner divers, 6m, boat entry, mild current.
L'illa is a shallow reef site located 500 metres off the coast of Lloret de Mar, Spain. The site maintains a consistent depth of 6 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Access is exclusively by boat, and divers should remain aware of potential boat traffic in the area. Visibility at this location varies between 5 and 20 metres, with mild currents typically present. Species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, Mediterranean Moray, Common Octopus, Flying Gurnard, White-spotted Octopus, various wrasses, Turkish Wrasse, Monkfish, Flamingo Tongue, Flatworm, Scorpionfish, John Dory, Cratena Slug, and Gurnard.
41.70770, 2.91120
Run the depuradora wall route and the island route as separate dives rather than trying to chain them on one tank.
Park at the cove and kit up beside the car. Two shore entries exist: one at the rocky outcrop near the water-treatment plant for the wall route, and one inside the cove for the island and wreck route.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, Mediterranean Moray, Common Octopus, wrasses, Monkfish, Scorpionfish, and John Dory.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow, consistent depth of 6 metres.
The site has an average and maximum depth of 6 metres.
L'illa requires boat access as it is located 500 metres from the shore.
While the shallow depth of 6 metres is accessible, the site requires boat transport to reach.
The water temperature ranges from 13C in February to 26C in August, with peak activity for various species occurring throughout the year.
Diving at L'illa in L'Escala requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at L'illa in L'Escala. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 26°C.
L'illa in L'Escala typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at L'illa in L'Escala typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.