Diving in the Medes Islands and the Costa Brava is an exceptional experience, thanks to their crystal-clear waters, rich seabed, and great biodiversity. Their dives are considered some of the best in Europe, due to their depths and their rich landscapes.
The Medes Islands are a small archipelago located 1 km from L'Estartit (Baix Empordà), within the Montgrí i les Illes Medes Natural Park.
It has been a protected marine reserve since 1983, which has allowed the recovery of species and the formation of corals, gorgonians, and posidonia meadows.
Excellent visibility (up to 20-30 meters on good days). Varying depths: from 5 meters to over 40, ideal for all levels.
- 🤿 Best dives in the MedasLa Vaca (12-25 m):
Tunnels and caves with schools of coral, groupers, and lobsters. Possibility of seeing rays and moray eels.
- El Dofí Nord (18-30 m):
- Small sunken ship, home to octopuses, nudibranchs, and sunfish.
- Pedra de Déu (25-40 m):
For advanced divers, with red gorgonians and large schools of barracudas.
🐠 Diving on the Costa Brava (other highlights)In addition to the Medas, there are other incredible spots:
. Cap de Creus (Cadaqués)
Diving in rocky cliffs with caves and crevices.
Species: conger eels, lobsters, and starfish.
The Port de la Selva area has interesting wrecks.
2. Formigues Islands (Palafrugell)
An archipelago with historic shipwrecks.
Depths of 15-40 m, with occasional basking sharks.
3. Aiguablava Cove (Begur)
Calm, crystal-clear waters, ideal for night diving.
Cuttlefish, octopuses, and nudibranchs can be seen.
4. Roses
El Bulli Reef: An artificial reef created with submerged sculptures.
Pecio del Marmoler: Sunken ship at 28 m, full of marine life.
🐡 Biodiversity in the area
Fish: Groupers, sea breams, sea breams, schools of salps, barracudas.
Invertebrates: Corals, gorgonians, octopuses, cuttlefish, lobsters.
Specials: Loggerhead turtles (occasionally), dolphins (more common by boat).
📋 Tips for diving on the Costa Brava
Required certification: For deep dives (more than 18 m), Advanced Open Water or similar is required.
Book in advance: In summer, dive centers fill up.
⛵ Related activities
Snorkeling in the Medes: If you don't dive, you can explore the surface with a mask (fish can be seen near the coast).
Boat trips: Glass-bottom boats depart from L'Estartit to see marine life without getting wet.
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