

Best for beginner divers, 2-4m, shore entry.
El Calon is a shallow shore dive located 50 metres from the coast near Cartagena, Spain. The site features a combination of reef sections and a cave, with depths ranging between 2 and 4 metres. It is suitable for beginner divers, though the shore entry requires caution due to surf and shore break conditions. Divers should remain alert to variable currents throughout the area. Water temperatures fluctuate between 15C in winter and 27C in summer. Facilities including showers and a cafe are available on site to assist with post-dive comfort. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, scorpionfish, and various crustaceans.
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The surf and shore break at entry is the main challenge here, so watch a few sets of waves before committing and time your entry during a lull. Showers and a cafe are available on site, so you can rinse off and warm up without needing to travel far after your dive.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 4m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-27°C
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, bream, scorpionfish, great barracuda, Turkish wrasse, fried egg jellyfish, flat crabs, white seabream, peacock blenny, mauve stinger, abalone, hermit crabs, painted comber, and other crabs.
Yes, the shallow depth of 2 to 4 metres makes this a comfortable environment for recently certified divers to build confidence, provided they are comfortable with the shore entry.
The site is shallow, with depths consistently between 2 and 4 metres, averaging 3 metres.
El Calon is a shore dive located 50 metres from the coast. Use caution during entry due to the surf and shore break.
Yes, the shallow depth of 2 to 4 metres makes this site suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at El Calon in Mogacar Garrucha requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Calon in Mogacar Garrucha. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit El Calon in Mogacar Garrucha are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.