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Los Candelabros

La Herradura, Costa Tropical, Spain
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Intermediate

Impressive candelabra-like underwater rock formations.

Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is famous for its spectacular underwater rock formations that rise from the seabed, resembling giant candelabras. The structures are adorned with colorful sponges and gorgonians, creating a dramatic landscape ideal for wide-angle photography. Divers can also find abundant macro life, like octopus and nudibranchs, hiding in the crevices.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

wall divemacro photographywide angle

Marine Life

octopusmoray eelconger eelscorpionfishdamselfishwrassenudibranchsgorgonianssunfish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Features depths to 30m, requiring good buoyancy control.

Hazards:
depthboat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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