

Best for intermediate divers, 14-22m, boat entry, moderate current.
Piscinas De Neptuno in Javea is a distinctive dive site located 1000 metres offshore, requiring boat access. The topography consists of a canyon with smooth walls and boulder rubble that leads into the interior of Portichol Island. Divers can surface within the island, where natural pools are found. The site features an overhead environment and moderate currents, with depths ranging from 14 to 22 metres and an average of 18 metres. The exit from the canyon provides notable lighting effects as sunlight hits the water surface. Due to the overhead environment and current, this site is suited for intermediate divers.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
14-22m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-24°C
Current
Moderate
Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean Moray, Common Octopus, European Common Cuttlefish, Marbled Electric Ray, Flying Gurnard, Great Barracuda, various wrasses, Scorpionfish, and several species of sea slugs and flatworms.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of an overhead environment and moderate currents.
The depth ranges from 14 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
This is a boat dive located 1000 metres from the shore.
The site is designed for diving, and the depth and overhead environment make it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Piscinas De Neptuno in Javea requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Piscinas De Neptuno in Javea. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 24°C.
Expect moderate currents at Piscinas De Neptuno in Javea. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.