

Best for intermediate divers, 6-33m, boat entry, strong current.
Loza del Payo is a varied marine site featuring a reef, wall, and pinnacle structure. Depths range from 6 to 33 metres, with an average of 20 metres, making it suitable for intermediate divers with advanced certification. Access is by boat only, and divers should be prepared for strong currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Due to the depth and current, careful buoyancy control and monitoring for nitrogen narcosis are essential. Water temperatures remain between 14 and 18 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection such as a five-millimetre wetsuit or drysuit. Typical dive times are approximately 40 minutes.
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Strong currents make timing your descent to the pinnacle critical, so follow your guide's lead on when to drop and which direction to work the wall. Water temperature sits between 14 and 18 degrees Celsius year-round, so a five-millimetre wetsuit or drysuit is worth considering even in summer.
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Depth
6-33m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-18°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
40 min
The site ranges from 6 to 33 metres deep, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers and requires advanced certification to manage the depths and strong currents.
Loza del Payo is a boat-only dive site.
Divers must manage risks associated with deep diving, nitrogen narcosis, and strong currents.
The site is designed for diving, with depths reaching 33 metres and strong currents, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Loza del Payo in Águilas requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Loza del Payo in Águilas. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Loza del Payo in Águilas. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 18°C.
Loza del Payo in Águilas can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Loza del Payo in Águilas typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.