Aiguablava - Medes Islands

Aiguablava in the Medes is a site we keep coming back to. It’s not the dramatic drop-offs of other spots, but it holds a quiet magic. You'll find yourself drifting along a gently sloping reef, maybe 15-20 meters deep, where the light plays beautifully through the water. We often spot brown combers peeking from rocky crevices, and it’s one of our favourite places to hunt for Sanzo's gobies – those tiny, iridescent flashes on the sand. What truly sets Aiguablava apart is its consistent calm and the sheer number of those smaller, often overlooked species. We’ve logged seahorses here more than once, tucked into seagrass patches, and the rockling seem to pose for the camera. The red mullet are always busy foraging, stirring up little clouds of sand. It's a dive that rewards slow, observant movement, perfect for photographers or anyone who just wants to soak it all in without fighting a current. Go early, before the boat traffic picks up; the peaceful morning light makes a real difference.

Location
Medes Islands, Spain, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
41.934410, 3.216573

Marine Protected Area: Litoral del Baix Empordà

Best Time to Dive in Medes Islands

The warmest water temperatures in Medes Islands occur in August, averaging 23.1°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 13.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 14.1°C
  • February: 13.3°C
  • March: 13.5°C
  • April: 14.4°C
  • May: 16.8°C
  • June: 20.5°C
  • July: 22.7°C
  • August: 23.1°C
  • September: 21.6°C
  • October: 19.4°C
  • November: 17.3°C
  • December: 15.0°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Medes Islands

Nearest Dive Centres to Aiguablava

Marine Life in Medes Islands

Home to 78 recorded species including 56 reef fish, 8 sharks & rays, 5 octopus & squid, 4 whales & dolphins, 2 crabs & lobsters, 1 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Aiguablava

Based on average water temperature of 17.6°C, currents 14 cm/s.

  • Wetsuit (5-7mm) - recommended for 18°C water
  • Hood & Gloves (3-5mm) - helps retain warmth
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories