Swiss Cheese Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

22.0–26.0 °CWater (summer)

14.0–18.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Swiss Cheese is a unique dive site located off the coast of Minorca Island in the Balearic Islands, known for its distinctive underwater formations resembling Swiss cheese. The site features a variety of tunnels and caverns that provide an exciting exploration opportunity for divers.

Divers can navigate through a series of holes and caverns, with ample opportunities to observe marine life such as octopuses, moray eels, and various fish species. The site offers both shallow and deeper areas, making it suitable for different skill levels.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 22.0–26.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 14.0–18.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions are during midday; bring a wide-angle lens for cavern shots.

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