Tarifa sits at the southernmost point of Europe, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea. This convergence creates strong tidal currents with cool, nutrient rich water, making it one of the most biodiverse dive regions in Spain. The currents are strong and fast-changing, making drift dives common for this area, suitable only for Advanced divers. Dive sites range from 10m to 40m, with some deeper walls and caves.
Thanks to the Atlantic upwellings, many larger animals can be found, such as groupers, moray and conger eels, large octopus and cuttlefish, as well as schools of barracuda, amberjacks and tuna. Occasionally, sunfish, rays, dolphins, and even turtles have been spotted at this location.
Dive sites
The San Andrés Wreck: This paddle steamship sank in 1856 during a violent storm, and now sits between 24m to 30m of depth. Only parts of the wreck are now left, including the superstructure, the stern and the paddlewheels. The remains have created many hiding holes for big groupers, conger eels, spider crabs and more. The wreck is now considered a cleaning station for larger pelagics, including sunfish.
The wall. A stunning drift dive, the depth varies from 5m to 30m, with lots of hiding spots and overhangs for congers and morays. The wall is covered in anemones, sea grass, orange corals and more, making it a true site to behold. The currents here range from very mild to strong, so it’s advised only for advanced divers.
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