

Best for beginner divers, 15-12m, boat entry, mild current.
Tres Piedras is a reef and seagrass site located on the south face of the Peñón de Ifach in Calpe. This boat-accessible dive features a maximum depth of 15 metres with an average depth of 9 metres. Conditions are generally calm with mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Divers can encounter Mediterranean Moray, Common Octopus, and various nudibranchs such as the Cratena Slug and Tricolor Doris. Other species recorded include Scorpionfish, Wrasses, and the European Common Cuttlefish. The site is well-suited for beginners and training dives, with typical dive times around 40 minutes. Be aware of sea urchins present in the area.
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You can orientate on the three big rocks that mark the spot.
Access is easiest by boat. It can also be done from the small beach Cala Raco by walking on the boardwalk and climbing down the rocks carefully.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-12m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Water Temp
15-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Divers can encounter Mediterranean Moray, Common Octopus, Scorpionfish, and Wrasses. Nudibranch species such as the Cratena Slug, Tricolor Doris, and Mediterranean Violet Aeolid are also recorded here.
Yes, Tres Piedras is considered suitable for beginners and is often used for training dives due to its calm conditions.
The site has a maximum depth of 15 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres.
Access to Tres Piedras is by boat.
The site experiences mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures range from 15C in winter to 26C in August.
Divers should be cautious of sea urchins present at the site.
Diving at Tres Piedras in Calpe requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Tres Piedras in Calpe. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 26°C.