Dive-site story
Located along the rugged cliffs of the Maro-Cerro Gordo Natural Area, Cueva del Jarro centers around an underwater cavern and rocky overhangs carved into the limestone coastline. Divers follow a series of large boulders and fissures that funnel light through rocky arches, leading to cavern recesses lined with encrusting sponges and cup corals. The surrounding seabed transitions from rocky scree to sandy patches, providing habitat for typical Mediterranean coastal species.
Cavern entry and overhead rock formations with dramatic ambient light rays
Dense colonies of vibrant orange cup corals encrusting the shadowy overhangs
Sheltered crevices harboring octopuses, moray eels, and scorpionfish
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through autumn offers the warmest water and most consistent visibility.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Cup CoralAstroides calycularis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common | ||||||||||||
| Red ScorpionfishScorpaena scrofa | Common | ||||||||||||
| Two-Banded Sea BreamDiplodus vulgaris | Common |
Marine forecast
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