

Best for intermediate divers, 4-33m, shore entry, mild current.
Portitxol Oeste is a shore-entry reef and cave site located in Javea, Spain. The topography features significant drop-offs, with depths ranging from 4 to 33 metres and an average depth of 12 metres. Divers encounter mild currents and consistent visibility of 15 metres. The site is suitable for intermediate divers due to the depth range and the presence of overhead cave environments. Hazards include boat traffic, sea urchins near the shore entry, and the risks associated with overhead environments. Divers should deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending and wear protective footwear to avoid sea urchins. Facilities at the location include parking and a cafe.
38.75620, 0.22810
Watch your buoyancy closely around the cave floor as sea urchins are common there and poor depth control is the main cause of accidental contact. Boat traffic passes the site, so deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
4-33m
Visibility
15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-20°C
Current
Mild
No, this site is classified as intermediate due to the significant depth range and the presence of overhead cave environments.
The site ranges from 4 to 33 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Portitxol Oeste is a shore-entry dive site.
Hazards include boat traffic, deep sections, overhead environments within the caves, and sea urchins near the shore entry point.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow reef sections may be accessible to snorkelers, though caution regarding boat traffic and sea urchins is required.
Diving at Portitxol Oeste in Javea requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Portitxol Oeste in Javea. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 20°C.
Portitxol Oeste in Javea typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Portitxol Oeste in Javea typically ranges from 15 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.