La Restinga Marine Reserve⚠ data unverified
Spain · Europe · Atlantic Ocean
3.7
/ 5
★★★★☆
Wall-and-reef diving with visibility up to 25 m — a great fit for most divers.
Level Intermediate
Marine life
4.0
Visibility
4.0
Accessibility
3.3
Facilities
3.0
Pros
- Excellent visibility up to 25 m
- 3 standout marine species
- Diveable year-round
Cons
- Deep dives to 40 m
Best for
Not for
Plan your trip
$$$🛏️
Suggested stay
1–2 days
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Cost level
Relative cost $$$ · ≈ $214/day
Developed dive town, but options are limited and prices average.
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Where to stay
Day-boat diving based at a dedicated dive resort or dive centre. A manageable dive base with a handful of operators.
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Real daily cost in Spain
Around $214/day per person · food $80 · hotel $160
Good to know
- Gentle conditions — great for long, unhurried dives.
- Conditions can be demanding; dive with an operator who knows the site.
- An Advanced Open Water certification is recommended.
📷 Philippe Guillaume · CC BY 2.0
Depth
5–40 m (16–131 ft)
Visibility
25 m (82 ft)
Water temp
18–24°C (64–75°F)
Current
Mild
Best season
Year-round
Certification
Open Water
Dive shops
4
Why go
La Restinga Marine Reserve sits in the Atlantic Ocean off Spain, a wall and reef system where dives drop from shallow tops into deeper water. Dives run to 40 m with around 25 m visibility, gentle currents and sea temperatures of 18–24°C. Marine highlights include black coral, rays and angel sharks. Diving is possible year-round, typically reached by boat. A good choice for divers with some experience. Open Water certification is sufficient for most sites here. With dives to 40 m, comfort at depth is recommended.
Site type
ReefWall
Access
Boat
A highlight of the trip. I'll be back, and I'll bring my dive buddy.
Reliable conditions and plenty of variety — I rate it highly for guiding.
Great diving, great vibe. A place worth coming back to.