

El Escarapote is a reef site located off the coast of A Coruna, Spain. The topography features a reef structure that descends from 20 to 40 metres, requiring divers to hold an open-water qualification for the deeper sections. Visibility at the site ranges from 10 to 30 metres, allowing for clear views of the reef terrain. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents. Water temperatures fluctuate between 13 and 16 degrees Celsius throughout the year, making a 5mm or 7mm wetsuit necessary for thermal protection. Access to the site is exclusively by boat, and divers should coordinate with local operators in La Coruna for departures.
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Pack a 5mm wetsuit at minimum, and consider a 7mm if you feel the cold, as 13 degrees Celsius catches many visitors off guard. Access is by boat, so check with local dive operators in La Coruña for current departure times and availability before you travel.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
20-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Entry
Boat
Water Temp
13-16°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
The reef structure at this site ranges from 20 to 40 metres in depth.
While the current is mild, the depth range of 20 to 40 metres means it is best suited for divers with an open-water qualification and experience with deeper reef environments.
El Escarapote is accessible only by boat. You should contact local dive operators in La Coruna to arrange transport and check availability.
Water temperatures range from 13 to 16 degrees Celsius. A 5mm wetsuit is the minimum requirement, though a 7mm suit is recommended if you are sensitive to the cold.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at El Escarapote in La Coruna. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 16°C.
The best months to visit El Escarapote in La Coruna are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.