1 CRATER DE SAN ANDRES

About this dive site

This dive site is known as 1 Crater de San Andrés, a submarine mountain off the coast of San Andrés Island near Almería, Spain. The dive involves exploring a large, crater-like cavity in the mountain, creating a unique and visually striking underwater landscape. Navigation is relatively straightforward, following the contours of the crater. The site's name is derived from its resemblance to a volcanic crater, although its geological formation might be different.

The marine life found at 1 Crater de San Andrés is diverse. Expect to see a variety of fish species common to the Mediterranean, including groupers, sea bream, and wrasse. Invertebrates such as crustaceans and various types of coral also thrive here. The beauty of the site, however, lies in its geological formations, even without abundant fish life.

The best time to visit 1 Crater de San Andrés is during the warmer months (spring/summer, May-October), when the water is calmer, and visibility is typically best. This site is suitable for both scuba diving and freediving, provided divers/freedivers are comfortable with the maximum depth. Always check weather and sea conditions before diving or freediving.