Dive-site story
Located along the rocky headland of Cabo de las Huertas in Alicante, Cala Palmera offers an accessible Mediterranean shore dive. The underwater topography consists of gently sloping rock slabs, fissured channels, and vast Posidonia oceanica seagrass meadows. Small swim-throughs and overhangs provide shelter for juvenile fish and benthic invertebrates, making it a dependable spot for relaxed exploration and night diving.
Extensive Posidonia oceanica seagrass beds sheltering diverse marine life
Network of rocky crevices, boulders, and shallow passages
Reliable site for macro photography and night encounters
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through autumn provides warmer sea temperatures and calmer conditions.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Painted ComberSerranus scriba | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common | ||||||||||||
| Salema PorgySarpa salpa | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common CuttlefishSepia officinalis | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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