Els Arquets Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

20.0–25.0 °CWater (summer)

12.0–16.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Els Arquets is a popular dive site located in the Costa Brava region, near Estartit. It features a diverse underwater landscape with rocky formations and marine life, making it suitable for various levels of divers.

The dive site offers a mix of shallow areas and deeper sections, with opportunities to explore caves and overhangs. Marine biodiversity includes schools of fish, octopuses, and various invertebrates.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 20.0–25.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 12.0–16.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand reef Suggest edit

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Best lighting during midday, focus on marine life and rock formations

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