

Best for intermediate divers, 3-24m, boat entry, mild current.
San Martín Norte in Javea offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a reef, artificial reef, cave, and drop-off. Divers typically anchor on a plain at 12 metres before exploring a shore running east to west, reaching a maximum depth of 24 metres with an average of 18 metres. Key features include a tunnel and the Virgin's Cave, a grotto illuminated by two large holes in its roof. Inside the cave rests a concrete statue of the Virgin of the Forsaken. This site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers, with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres and mild currents.
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The backlight from inside the cave is ideal for photographers if they are the first to enter.
Located at the southern end of the bay of Xàbia at Cap Prim, accessible by anchoring between the cape and an islet.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-24m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-22°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
The site ranges from 3 to 24 metres deep, with an average depth of 18 metres.
No, San Martín Norte is rated for intermediate divers.
Access to this site is by boat only.
The site is primarily designated for diving, and the depth and overhead environments like the cave and tunnel are best suited for scuba activities.
Divers should be aware of entanglement risks, overhead environments, sharp coral, and strong currents.
Diving at San Martín Norte in Xàbia requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at San Martín Norte in Xàbia. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 22°C.
San Martín Norte in Xàbia typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at San Martín Norte in Xàbia typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.