

Best for intermediate divers, 20-40m, boat entry, strong current.
La Catedral is a boat-access site featuring a complex reef, wall, and cave system. Located near Aguilas and Calabardina, the site reaches depths between 20 and 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Divers must be prepared for strong currents, which dictate dive planning and route navigation. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres. Due to the significant depth, potential for strong currents, and overhead boat traffic, this site is suited for intermediate divers. A surface marker buoy is essential for all ascents to manage risks from passing vessels. Water temperatures remain cool, ranging from 14 to 17 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
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Time your dive around slack water to manage the strong currents, and confirm current predictions with your local dive operator before departing. Bring a surface marker buoy and use it on every ascent given the boat traffic in the area.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
20-40m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-17°C
Current
Strong
The site reaches depths between 20 and 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the significant depths, strong currents, and complex topography.
La Catedral is a boat-access dive site; a boat is required to reach the location.
Key hazards include strong currents, significant depths, low visibility, and boat traffic. Divers should use a surface marker buoy to manage risks from vessels.
This site is primarily a deep reef and wall dive reaching up to 40 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at La Catedral in Águilas requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at La Catedral in Águilas. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 17°C.
La Catedral in Águilas can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at La Catedral in Águilas typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.