L'Escale - Medes Islands

L'Escale in the Medes Islands often gets overlooked for the flashier neighbours, but it’s a solid dive, especially if the usual spots are a bit crowded. We usually find ourselves exploring a series of rocky outcrops and ledges here. You’ll spot plenty of Mediterranean tapeweed swaying in the gentle surge, and it’s a good place to slow down and watch for smaller critters like sand masons peeking from their tubes or the occasional cowfish browsing amongst the rocks. It’s an easygoing dive, probably best for those who appreciate a relaxed pace and aren't chasing big pelagics.

Location
Medes Islands, Spain, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
43.065580, 6.147288

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 L'Escale

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 L'Escale

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