Escollera del Puerto
Protected Area
Isla Cueva de Lobos
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 - Escollera del Puerto offers some of Cabo de Palos's richest reef diving. Water ranges 15-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Escollera del Puerto, or the harbour wall, is a surprisingly good entry point for divers just getting their fins wet in Cabo de Palos. Dropping down to about 14 metres, it’s a gentle spot, perfect for getting comfortable with buoyancy or testing out new gear. You won't find dramatic drop-offs here, but the rocks and small sandy patches are home to some fascinating critters if you take your time. We’ve spotted octopus tucked into crevices, small schools of barracuda cruising past, and plenty of nudibranchs if you have a good eye. It’s a relaxed dive, usually sheltered, making it ideal for beginners or those looking for an easy afternoon under the surface.
Typical Escollera del Puerto 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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Buceo Hispania Mazarron
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THE BLUE JUMP ECODIVING
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BUCEO ESTELA
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Escollera del Puerto
Escollera del Puerto Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Escollera del Puerto, 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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