

Best for beginner divers, shore entry, mild current.
Sa Riera is a shore-entry reef dive located in the Medes Islands area of Spain. This site is suitable for beginners, offering shallow water and mild currents. Divers should exercise caution during entry due to the presence of surf and shore break. Water temperatures fluctuate between 13C and 25C throughout the year, requiring appropriate thermal protection. Visibility varies significantly between visits. Due to active boat traffic in the bay, it is essential to use a surface marker buoy when surfacing. The site is well-supported by local infrastructure, including parking, toilets, showers, equipment rental, and air fills, allowing for convenient access to the reef.
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Enter carefully, as shore break and rip currents can catch you off guard at the entry point, and boat traffic in the bay means you should tow a surface marker buoy once you surface. Full facilities on site including air fills and equipment rental mean you can travel light.
Facilities are located at the Club Nautico de Sant Feliu de Guixols.
Recorded at this site
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-25°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow water and mild currents.
Sa Riera is a shore-entry dive site.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, rip currents, and surf at the entry point.
Yes, the site provides parking, toilets, showers, air fills, equipment rental, a cafe, and first aid.
Diving at Sa Riera in Sant Feliu de Guixols requires the following certifications: None. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Sa Riera in Sant Feliu de Guixols. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Sa Riera in Sant Feliu de Guixols. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 25°C.
Sa Riera in Sant Feliu de Guixols typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.