Gorgònies de LLevant

Deep technical dive with abundant flora and fauna

Boat Access
17m Avg Depth
34m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Gorgònies de LLevant, located east of the Formigues Islands, is a deep and technical dive not suitable for beginners. The dive requires careful navigation due to the depth and potential currents. There is no known specific history associated with this particular dive site beyond its natural features.

Marine life is abundant and diverse. You'll encounter large groupers, lobsters, moray eels, conger eels, and gorgonians inhabiting the numerous crevices and cracks of the site. Other common fish and invertebrates are also present, contributing to the site's biodiversity.

The best time to visit is during the warmer months (May-October) when water temperatures are more comfortable, and visibility is generally better. Divers should be experienced and equipped with appropriate gear for deep dives, including decompression planning and safety procedures. Freediving is not recommended due to the depth and potential currents. Divers should also be aware of potential currents that may impact the dive.

Diving

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

deep divetechnical divegorgoniansgrouperslobstersmoray eelsconger eelsspainpalamos

Marine Life

GroupersLobstersMoray eelsConger eelsGorgonians

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

34m max depth requires experience and training.

Hazards:
depthstrong currentscold water
Current Strength:

Moderate

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