This dive site, Montañas Rusas, or 'Rollercoasters', is renowned for its unique underwater topography, featuring a dramatic series of shoals that ascend from a 30-meter seabed to within 12 meters of the surface. Its evocative name perfectly captures the exhilarating sensation of descending and ascending through its radically cut walls, resembling a thrilling fairground attraction. Divers navigate through these impressive rock formations, exploring the intricate cuts and overhangs that define this captivating site.
The walls of these pinnacles are a vibrant habitat, teeming with marine life. Numerous holes and crevices provide shelter for a variety of crustaceans, including lobsters and the distinct Mediterranean slipper lobster. These species coexist alongside larger inhabitants such as groupers and golden groupers, making for an active and diverse ecosystem within the rock structures.
While specific best times are not provided, Mediterranean diving typically offers excellent conditions from late spring to early autumn. This site is particularly engaging for divers who appreciate dramatic underwater landscapes and macro life within rocky crevices. Freedivers can explore the shallower peaks of the shoals, enjoying the unique topography closer to the surface. Good buoyancy control is recommended for all divers to navigate the vertical changes gracefully.
