Illa Negra

About this dive site

This dive site is located just south of Cap de Begur, offering a protected dive experience suitable for all divers. The dark rock formations of Illa Negra create a fascinating underwater landscape, with relatively shallow depths making it accessible for beginners. Navigation is straightforward due to the lack of strong currents and relatively simple topography. There isn't specific historical information readily available regarding the island itself that directly impacts diving there.

The diverse marine life makes this a rewarding dive. Divers can encounter moray eels, large schools of bream, barracuda, forkbeard, conger eels, groupers, and nudibranchs. During springtime, the lucky diver may spot monkfish, while rays and marbled electric rays can be found nestled in the sandy seabed. The overall biodiversity ensures a dynamic underwater scene.

The best time to visit is likely during the warmer months (spring and summer) when visibility is generally better and water temperatures are more comfortable. For freedivers, the calm conditions and shallow depths create ideal conditions. Divers should be mindful of the potential presence of electric rays. Appropriate dive planning and proper safety precautions should be taken, as with any dive.