This dive site is renowned as one of the best cave dives in the Balearic Islands, offering an extraordinary exploration opportunity. Cueva del Pont de’n Gil is a magnificent cave system stretching over 200 meters, characterized by stunning natural architecture including impressive stalactites and stalagmites. Divers navigate through its well-preserved chambers, experiencing a unique overhead environment that makes it a highlight of the region.
The cave ecosystem supports a diverse range of marine life adapted to its sheltered conditions. Divers can observe small prawns, greater hermit-crabs, cotton-spinners, and black brittle-stars. Larger inhabitants include meagre, European conger eels, and Mediterranean morays found among the rocks, while marbled electric rays can be spotted on the sandy patches within the cave.
While specific 'best times' for this dive are not provided, the general diving season in the Balearic Islands (late spring to early autumn) offers optimal conditions for visiting. Divers should possess excellent buoyancy control, proper training, and familiarity with cave or cavern diving protocols due to the overhead environment and potential for silt disturbance. This site is not suitable for snorkeling or general freediving due to its confined nature and length.
