

Best for beginner divers, 1-10m, shore entry, mild current.
El Calón in Cartagena is a shallow reef and seagrass site ideal for beginner snorkelers. The area features natural rock pools and extensive seagrass meadows that serve as a nursery for marine life. Depths typically range from 1 to 10 metres, with an average of 7 metres. Conditions are generally calm with mild currents, though visitors should be aware of sea urchins in the area. Access is via the shore, and the site offers convenient facilities including parking, showers, and a nearby cafe. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, scorpionfish, various crabs, abalone, and blennies.
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Many people come specifically for the diving and the underwater caves just off the shore.
Located in the small village of El Calón between Villaricos and San Juan de los Terreros.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-27°C
Current
Mild
Yes, this site is well-suited for snorkeling with a rating of 4 out of 5.
Species recorded around this area include Turkish wrasse, bream, scorpionfish, flat crabs, abalone, and peacock blennies.
Yes, the shallow, calm waters make El Calón an ideal location for beginner snorkelers.
The depth ranges from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
El Calón is a shore-access site.
Divers and snorkelers should be cautious of sea urchins present at the site.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Calón in Cuevas del Almanzora. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 27°C.
El Calón in Cuevas del Almanzora typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.