El Pico

Deep boat dive with rich macro life and larger eels.

Boat Access
13m Avg Depth
27m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, known as El Pico, is a prominent underwater bar located off the coast of Spain, offering depths between 25 and 35 meters. It is primarily accessed by boat and is particularly well-suited for advanced divers or those holding a Deep Diving specialty due to its significant depth profile. While no specific history or navigation details are provided beyond it being a 'bar,' divers can expect to explore a submerged ridge formation.

El Pico is renowned for its vibrant marine life found within the rocky formations of the bar. Divers can anticipate encountering a variety of creatures, including delicate nudibranchs, elusive moray eels, fascinating lobsters, and substantial conger eels, all thriving amidst the underwater topography.

The dive site is ideal for those seeking a deeper exploration, with Nitrox recommended to extend bottom times safely. While specific 'best time to visit' is not provided, typical Mediterranean diving seasons (spring to autumn) would apply for optimal conditions. This site is not suitable for snorkeling or recreational freediving due to its depth, but it offers a rewarding experience for experienced scuba divers keen on observing varied benthic life in a deeper environment.

Diving

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Deep dive (25-35m), requires advanced certification or deep diving specialty due to depth profile.

Hazards:
depth
Current Strength:

Moderate

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