

Best for beginner divers, 3-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Cueva de la Virgen is a diverse marine site near Cartagena, Spain, offering a combination of cave, wreck, and artificial reef topography. Divers can explore a 12-metre tunnel and visit an image of the Virgen del Carmen located at a depth of 15 metres. The site is accessible by boat and is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 3 to 25 metres and an average of 15 metres. Conditions are generally mild, though the site features an overhead environment and a halocline caused by freshwater spring mixing. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres, and night diving is permitted.
37.42300, -1.49930
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
3-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-25°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 3 to 25 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
A boat is required to access this dive site.
Divers should be aware of the overhead environment, potential for low visibility, and entanglement risks.
Diving at Cueva de la Virgen in Aguilas Calabardina requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Cueva de la Virgen in Aguilas Calabardina. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 25°C.
Cueva de la Virgen in Aguilas Calabardina typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cueva de la Virgen in Aguilas Calabardina typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.