This dive site, Portitxol Oeste, is explicitly designed as an ideal immersion for beginners, offering a straightforward and enjoyable underwater experience. Divers start with a gentle descent to 5 meters, gradually exploring deeper as they ascend to a maximum of 15 meters, ensuring a progressive and comfortable dive profile. The navigation is described as a 'pleasant underwater ride', indicating generally calm conditions and easy-to-follow routes suitable for those new to diving.
The site is bustling with marine life typical of the Mediterranean coast. Divers can expect to encounter a significant number of sea bass and breams. For those with a keen eye, octopuses are also present, adding an interesting element for observers. A highlight of the dive is the opportunity to seek out banks of barracudas, particularly around the 14-meter mark, promising exciting encounters with larger pelagic species.
The best time to visit Portitxol Oeste is generally during the warmer months from late spring to early autumn (May to October), when water temperatures are comfortable and marine activity is at its peak. Its shallow profile and calm environment make it perfectly suitable for freedivers looking to practice or enjoy the local fauna. It's an excellent choice for new divers to build confidence and enjoy the underwater world without challenging conditions.
