

Baixo Pego is a reef dive located off the coast of A Coruna, Spain. The site features a reef structure ranging from 18 to 35 metres in depth, making it suitable for advanced divers. Access is exclusively by boat, which helps manage shore conditions. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. Water temperatures are cool, fluctuating between 13 and 17 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to these thermal conditions, a 7mm wetsuit or a drysuit is recommended to maintain comfort during the dive. Always confirm boat departure schedules and equipment hire availability with local providers before planning your trip.
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Pack at least a 7mm wetsuit or a drysuit, as 13 degrees Celsius will drain heat quickly even on a short dive. Confirm boat departure times and equipment hire availability locally before you travel, as facilities are not fixed on site.
Access is by boat.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
18-35m
Visibility
5-10m
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-17°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
The reef at Baixo Pego ranges from 18 to 35 metres in depth.
While the site has a beginner rating, the deeper sections reach 35 metres, which falls into advanced depth territory. Newer divers should plan their bottom time carefully.
Baixo Pego is a boat-only dive site.
Given the water temperature range of 13 to 17 degrees Celsius, a 7mm wetsuit or a drysuit is recommended to prevent heat loss.
Divers encounter mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Baixo Pego in Arteixo. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 17°C.
The best months to visit Baixo Pego in Arteixo are June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.