Carbonero is a technical wreck dive located 5600 metres off the coast of Cabo de Palos, Spain. The wreck rests at depths between 35 and 45 metres, with an average depth of 40 metres. Due to the depth and overhead environment, this site is strictly for advanced divers. Visibility is variable, ranging from 5 to 30 metres, and water temperatures remain between 14 and 17C. Divers must manage decompression obligations, nitrogen narcosis, and potential entanglement risks within the structure. Boat access is required, and currents can fluctuate from mild to strong. Guided tours are recommended for navigating this technical site.

Turkana is a shore-entry dive site located in Cabo de Palos, Spain, featuring a mix of reef and seagrass habitats. The site reaches a maximum depth of 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 25 metres. The area supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region. Entry requires caution to avoid sharp coral and rocks near the shore. Full facilities are available on-site, including air fills, equipment rental, showers, changing rooms, and guided tours to assist with navigating the transition between reef and seagrass sections.

Tubular Paradise is a reef site located 2000 metres off the coast of Cabo de Palos, Spain. The site features a reef structure with depths ranging from 12 to 19 metres, averaging 16 metres. Divers typically spend 50 minutes exploring the terrain, which offers visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Conditions are generally manageable for intermediate divers due to mild currents. Access is by boat only, and guided tours are available to assist with navigation. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with sharp coral, rocks, and sea urchins present on the reef. Water temperatures fluctuate between 15C and 23C throughout the year.

Pecio El Carbonero is the wreck of the SS Thordisa, an Italian steamer built in 1888 and later renamed Lilla. Sunk in 1917 by a German submarine, the vessel lies at depths between 35 and 45 metres, with an average depth of 40 metres. Located 8000 metres from the shore, this site requires boat access and is suitable only for advanced divers due to the significant depth and potential for entanglement. Conditions are subject to variation, with moderate currents and water temperatures ranging from 14C to 17C. Species recorded around this area include various wrasses, scorpionfish, rock cod, and Mediterranean moray, alongside cephalopods like common octopus and cuttlefish.

Mar Menor is a shallow saltwater lagoon in Cabo de Palos, Spain, characterised by extensive seagrass beds. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 4 to 6 metres and calm, current-free conditions. Divers enter directly from the shore for dives typically lasting 30 minutes. Visibility is approximately 5 metres and can be variable. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. Due to the presence of boat traffic, divers must tow a surface marker buoy at all times. Be aware of potential jellyfish in the water and maintain close contact with your group to manage the limited visibility.

La Laja is a combined reef and wreck site located in Cabo de Palos, Spain. Divers typically explore depths between 18 and 25 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres. The site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents that can shift with little warning. Visibility ranges from 10 to 25 metres. Divers should exercise caution regarding entanglement risks when navigating the wreck structure. Species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, Great Barracuda, Mediterranean Moray, and various wrasses. Guided tours and boat charters are available to assist with timing entries for favourable conditions.

Farallón in Cabo de Palos offers a diverse underwater topography consisting of rock formations, walls, crevices, and small caves. Reaching depths between 8 and 20 metres, the site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers due to the presence of strong currents. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres. The site features vertical drops and boulder passageways, with walls hosting sponges, anemones, and soft corals. Species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, Flying Gurnard, Great Barracuda, White-spotted Octopus, Common Octopus, Dusky Grouper, Mediterranean Moray, Butterfly Ray, Common Stingray, Rock Cod, Scorpionfish, Wrasses, Turkish Wrasse, and Fried Egg Jellyfish.

Cueva de la Grosa is a 120-metre long underwater cave located off the coast of Cabo de Palos. This site features a diverse topography including a reef, a drop-off, and seagrass beds. Divers and snorkellers can explore the partially submerged cave, which offers varied light effects. The site reaches depths between 6 and 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Access is by boat, as the site is situated 2,500 metres from the shore. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 15C and 21C throughout the year. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and is also available for night diving.