

Best for advanced divers, Up to 37m, boat entry, variable current.
Barcoquemao is a 12-metre pleasure boat wreck resting on a sand bed at a maximum depth of 37 metres. The vessel sank following a fire and is now an isolated structure suitable for advanced divers. Conditions at the site are variable, with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres and water temperatures between 14C and 18C. Due to the depth, divers must manage decompression and nitrogen narcosis risks. Access is by boat only, with typical dives lasting around 30 minutes. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, scorpionfish, great barracuda, and various crustaceans such as hermit crabs and abalone.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 37m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-18°C
Current
Variable
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, scorpionfish, great barracuda, and various crustaceans like hermit crabs and abalone.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth and potential for decompression requirements.
The wreck lies on a sand bed at a maximum depth of 37 metres, with an average depth of 28 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site.
Snorkelling is not suitable here as the wreck lies at depths reaching 37 metres.
Diving at Barcoquemao in Águilas requires the following certifications: Open Water, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Barcoquemao in Águilas. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 18°C.
The best months to visit Barcoquemao in Águilas are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Currents at Barcoquemao in Águilas are variable and can change with tides and conditions. Always check current conditions before diving.
Visibility at Barcoquemao in Águilas typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.