Cala Higuera

Almeria, Nijar, Cabo De Gata, Andalusia Region, Spain8 m maxbeginner

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Conditions

Cala HigueraCabo De Gata · 8 m

Good · 5/5

conditions visualisation

Good5/5

Calm and diveable right now — best window today 6 AM–7 PM.

Wind10 kn NE

Current~0.2 kn S · model

Swell

0.3 m · 3s · E

Water

25 °C

Conditions through the day

5 AM8 PM

Sunrise 05:57 AM · Sunset 06:03 PM local

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On-face swell 0.3 m — the component of the swell aimed at this site’s exposed face. Current is a regional model value (Copernicus, ~9 km grid) — a guide to the area, not a precise reef measurement. Imagery © Esri · not depth or visibility.

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Marine forecast via Copernicus Marine. Score is a rule-based guide from swell/wind vs. the site's exposure — always dive your own assessment.

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About this site

Cala Higuera lies along the coastline of Cabo de Gata-Nijar in Almeria province, Andalusia, a natural park known for its volcanic rock formations and undeveloped shore. The site sits within a stretch of protected Mediterranean coast where access is typically by small boat or a walk down from the coastal paths above. It is a shallow dive, reaching a maximum depth of around 8 metres, and is rated suitable for beginners.

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Marine life here

Confirmed by our research team, reported by independent divers, or observed nearby via iNaturalist — each entry is labelled with its source.

East Atlantic Peacock WrasseSymphodus tincaReported here · unconfirmed
Mauve StingerPelagia noctilucaReported here · unconfirmed
Ornate WrasseThalassoma pavoReported here · unconfirmed
Mediterranean Red Sea StarEchinaster (Echinaster) sepositusReported here · unconfirmed

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