Losa del Payo
Protected Area
Isla de Terreros e Islas Negra
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 - Losa del Payo offers some of Cabo de Palos's richest diving. Water ranges 15-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
Losa del Payo is a straightforward dive off Cabo de Palos, shallow enough for newer divers at 22m. It’s a good spot to get comfortable in the water, offering a mix of sandy patches and rock formations. You'll often find groups of barracuda hanging around, and the occasional moray eel peeking from crevices. It’s a solid pick for a relaxed afternoon dive, particularly if you’re still building your confidence.
Typical Losa del Payo Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 22m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Losa del Payo
Dive shops near Losa del Payo
BUCEO CALAMAR GIGANTE
ZOEA Aguilas
BUCEO ESTELA
Centro de Buceo Mojacar
DEEP EMOTION
Branquias2.0 Dive Carboneras, S.L.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Losa del Payo
Losa del Payo Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Losa del Payo, 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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