

Best for advanced divers, 12-30m, boat entry, mild current.
El Gabito is a reef dive located off the Costa Brava, Spain, accessible only by boat. The site features a profile that descends from 12 metres to a maximum depth of 30 metres. Divers encounter a structure characterised by dense gorgonians, kelp, and anemones colonising the rock faces. The area experiences mild currents, though visibility can be variable and shift between dives. Due to the depth profile and the presence of sharp rock formations, this site is suited for advanced divers. Adequate thermal protection is recommended, as water temperatures range between 13 and 17 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
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Check visibility conditions locally before committing to the deeper sections, as it can drop without warning and the site's profile puts you well into the 30-metre range quickly. Wear adequate thermal protection as water temperature sits between 13 and 17 degrees Celsius year-round, and watch your hands near the rock, the edges are sharp.
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Depth
12-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
13-17°C
Current
Mild
The reef structure supports gorgonians, kelp, and anemones. Divers may also encounter jacks, mackerel, octopuses, sargos, bogas, maragotas, and pintos.
No, El Gabito is intended for advanced divers due to the depth profile reaching 30 metres and the presence of sharp rock formations.
The reef starts at 12 metres and descends to a maximum depth of 30 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
The main hazards are the deep water profile reaching 30 metres and sharp rock formations that require caution during boat re-entry.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at El Gabito in Foz. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 17°C.
El Gabito in Foz typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.