La Loberica

About this dive site

This dive site, La Loberica, is a remarkable underwater cave system located off the coast of Spain. Navigation involves careful exploration of the five known cave entrances, including the Horseshoe (CT12), The Cathedral (CT11), and the cave of lovers (CT17). Divers should possess adequate cave diving certification and experience, employing appropriate techniques and safety measures while exploring these intriguing underwater passages. A dive plan and thorough briefing are highly recommended before embarking on this adventure.

The marine life within and around La Loberica is abundant and diverse. Divers can expect encounters with grunts, nudibranchs, octopus, moray eels, and groupers. The open water offers opportunities to spot barracudas and other schooling fish. The cave walls may also host various invertebrates and smaller life forms, making it a rich environment for macro photography.

The best time to visit La Loberica is during the warmer months (spring, summer, and early autumn), when water visibility is typically at its best and the conditions are more favorable for cave diving. Divers should check the weather forecast, current conditions, and the tide tables before planning a dive. Experienced divers should bring appropriate equipment such as torches and backup lights for cave diving. This dive is not recommended for inexperienced divers or those uncomfortable in confined spaces.