Dive-site story
Located at the southernmost tip of continental Europe where the Atlantic Ocean collides with the Mediterranean Sea, this site sits within the Strait of Gibraltar Natural Park. Rocky tongues and steep drop-offs provide refuge for large predatory fish in an area dominated by strong tidal exchanges. Divers navigate labyrinthine boulders, crevices, and overhangs encrusted with sponges, sea fans, and anemones.
Dynamic current-swept ridges where Mediterranean and Atlantic waters mix
Frequent encounters with ocean sunfish during spring and early summer migrations
Submerged rock formations riddled with crevices housing large groupers and morays
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 warmer water temperatures.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Ocean SunfishMola mola | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common DentexDentex dentex | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common |
Marine forecast
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