This dive site is Cala Galdana, a fantastic and easily accessible spot from its namesake beach. It is renowned as an ideal location for dive baptisms, refreshers, and tranquil night dives due to its shallow maximum depth of 7 meters and an average depth of 3 meters. The underwater navigation is straightforward, typically involving exploring the extensive posidonia beds which serve as crucial marine nurseries.
The vibrant posidonia meadows are home to a diverse array of marine life. Divers can frequently encounter cuttlefish, salpe, barracuda, and octopus. Small groupers are also common sightings within the seagrass. During certain times of the year, lucky divers might even spot various species of rays gracing the sandy bottom.
Cala Galdana is particularly suited for new divers and those looking for a relaxing experience. The best time to visit for specific animal encounters like rays is seasonal. It is excellent for macro photography given the abundance of juvenile life in the posidonia, and its calm conditions make it perfect for night diving and freediving practice.
