El Tazón

5.0 (1 review)

Intermediate

Naturally carved 'Bowl' with large fish schools, barracudas, and sunfish.

Boat Access
14m Avg Depth
29m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, known as El Tazón or "The Bowl," is a remarkable underwater geological formation off the coast of Spain, specifically carved by the sea into the Peñon. It forms a distinctive, perfectly bowl-shaped depression, which serves as a natural amphitheater attracting a rich array of marine life. While specific navigation details aren't provided, its unique bowl shape likely offers clear boundaries and an easily identifiable structure to explore.

The site is particularly renowned for its congregations of larger fish species. Divers can expect to encounter impressive barracudas, large schools of sea bream, and powerful amberjacks. If fortunate, divers might also spot the distinctive streaked gurnard and, on rarer occasions, the majestic sunfish, adding an element of surprise to the dive.

El Tazón is generally a year-round destination, though the warmer months often provide the most comfortable diving conditions and potentially higher marine activity. It is highly suitable for both scuba divers and freedivers, with an average depth of 14 meters allowing for extended bottom times and a maximum depth of 29 meters catering to more experienced divers. The unique landscape and abundant big fish make it an excellent site for wide-angle photography.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Excellent
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

big fishrock formationswide angleintermediate friendlyunique topography

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Maximum depth 29m and average 14m, suitable for divers with some experience to enjoy diverse marine life.

Hazards:
depth
Current Strength:

Mild

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