Dive-site story
Set against the sandstone cliffs of Mount Jaizkibel near Hondarribia, this coastal cove opens into typical Bay of Biscay rocky reef terrain. Submerged boulder fields give way to dense algal canopies and crevices where temperate Atlantic marine life thrives.
Rugged sandstone formations and boulder fields filled with crevices
Dense kelp and brown algae beds harboring macro life
Frequent sightings of spider crabs and octopuses among the rocks
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Summer and early autumn provide calmer sea states and the warmest water temperatures along the Basque coast.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| European Spider CrabMaja squinado | Common | ||||||||||||
| Ballan WrasseLabrus bergylta | Common | ||||||||||||
| Two-banded Sea BreamDiplodus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Tompot BlennyParablennius gattorugine | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common CuttlefishSepia officinalis | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
