This dive site is located in a sheltered cove and features a dramatic underwater landscape of large rocks, canyons, and small swim-throughs. The rocky substrate is covered in colourful invertebrates and provides a habitat for a diverse range of Mediterranean marine life. It is a fantastic site for photographers due to the excellent light, clear water, and interesting topography.
Calaiza
Mediterranean site with stunning topography and diverse marine life.
Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
wall divemacro photographywide anglebeginner friendlyswim-throughrocky reef
Marine Life
Snowflake Moray
Nudibranch
Scorpionfish
Ocean Sunfish
Octopus
Sponge
Honeycomb Grouper
Gorgonian
Slipper Lobster
Yellowtail Damselfish
Conger Eel
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow areas for beginners and deeper sections for advanced divers.
Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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