El Vapor Chocholita

Historic steamer wreck from a 1927 hurricane in Spain.

Boat Access
30m Avg Depth
32m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is the "Pecio Chocholita," a shipwrecked steamer that sank during the 1927 Huracán. The event, occurring on Holy Week (Semana Santa), was one of the most devastating in Almería's history, causing widespread destruction and loss of life across the province. The storm brought winds up to 25 meters per second and traveled 935 kilometers in just 24 hours – a significant deviation from the usual 150-200 kilometer range. The wreck now serves as a poignant reminder of this tragic event. It’s an opportunity to explore a historic site with its own unique story. The vessel lies on the seabed and offers an interesting dive experience.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Poor
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Deep wreck dive (over 28 meters) requiring advanced certification.

Hazards:
depthentanglementboat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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