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Medes Islands Marine Reserve

Medes Islands. Now this place, it’s special. We’re talking about Spain’s premier marine reserve, and it really shows. You drop down and immediately notice the sheer density of fish. It’s not just a few stragglers; we’re talking about massive groupers, the kind that don’t even flinch when you swim past. They’ve grown accustomed to divers over decades of protection, which is a rare treat in the Med. Our favourite spot here has to be one of the walls, just thick with gorgonians, reds and yellows popping against the blue. You’ll find moray eels peeking out from every crevice and barracuda schools cruising by in formation. We even spotted a few butterfly blennies darting around the Devonshire cup corals. The visibility can be variable, but even on an average day, the sheer volume of life makes up for it. It suits divers who appreciate a healthy, protected ecosystem and aren’t afraid of a bit of current now and then. Go early to beat the crowds; it gets busy, but for good reason.