

Best for intermediate divers, 6-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Bajo del Faro is a boat-accessible site located 3500 metres off the coast of Calpe, Spain. The topography features a reef shelf starting at 6 metres that transitions into a wall dropping to 30 metres. Divers should anticipate moderate currents and potential surge near the wall structure. Visibility varies significantly between 5 and 25 metres. Water temperatures range from 15C to 20C throughout the year. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and supports night diving. Given the variable conditions, timing dives around slack water is recommended. A 5mm wetsuit is generally appropriate for the water temperatures outside of the summer months.
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Current and surge can strengthen quickly here, so time your dive around slack water and brief carefully with your skipper before descending. An advanced open water certification is required, and if you run short on air exploring the wall, the shallower reef at 6 metres gives you a useful safety-stop zone before surfacing.
Avda Villajoyosa, 18, Urb. Coblanca 30, local 2-7, 03502 Benidorm (Alicante) España
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-30m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-20°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers and requires an advanced open water certification.
The site ranges from 6 metres on the reef shelf to a maximum depth of 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Bajo del Faro is accessible by boat only, located 3500 metres from the shore.
Divers should expect moderate currents and potential surge near the wall. Visibility is variable, ranging from 5 to 25 metres.
Yes, be aware of moderate to strong currents and surge conditions near the wall. Always perform a safety check with the boat crew before entering the water.
Diving at Bajo del Faro in Benidorm requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Bajo del Faro in Benidorm. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 20°C.