This dive site features a dramatic underwater wall that drops from a shallow shelf, offering varied topography with cracks and crevices. It is known for its rich biodiversity, including beautiful gorgonian fans, attracting both macro life enthusiasts and those looking to spot larger Mediterranean species.
La Xinxa
Rocky wall dive with abundant Mediterranean marine life.
Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
wall divemacro photographywide anglebeginner friendlygorgonian fans
Marine Life
Scorpionfish
Honeycomb Grouper
Octopus
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Southern Eagle Ray
Snowflake Moray
Gorgonian
Wrasse
Nudibranch
Sea Bream
Barracuda
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow top for beginners, with a deeper wall for advanced.
Hazards:
boat trafficdepthmarine life
Current Strength:
Mild
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