Cotobro
Protected Area
Peñones de San Cristóbal
Why dive here
With 189+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, mobula rays (devil rays), ocean sunfish (mola mola), octopuses and sea turtles - Cotobro offers some of Cabo de Palos's richest reef diving. Water ranges 15-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
Cotobro, near Cabo de Palos, offers a straightforward Mediterranean dive. You'll find rocky reefs, good for spotting octopus tucked into crevices and moray eels peeking from under ledges. It's a decent option for a relaxed dive, particularly if you’re looking to get wet without challenging conditions. We’d suggest it for divers who appreciate the quieter side of coastal diving.
Typical Cotobro Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Cotobro
Cotobro Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Cotobro, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (37.58, -1.01) (16km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
23°C
73°F · Range: 18–25.6°C
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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