Medes Islands⚠ data unverified
Spain · Europe · Mediterranean Sea
3.6
/ 5
★★★★☆
Wall-and-reef diving with visibility up to 25 m — a great fit for most divers.
Level Intermediate
Marine life
3.5
Visibility
4.0
Accessibility
3.5
Facilities
3.5
Pros
- Excellent visibility up to 25 m
- 3 standout marine species
- Best conditions in May–Oct
Cons
- Deep dives to 40 m
Best for
Not for
Plan your trip
$$$🛏️
Suggested stay
2–3 days
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Cost level
Relative cost $$$ · ≈ $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.
- Prime season is May–Oct.
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Depth
5–40 m (16–131 ft)
Visibility
25 m (82 ft)
Water temp
15–26°C (59–79°F)
Current
Mild
Best season
May–Oct
Certification
Open Water
Dive shops
6
Why go
Medes Islands sits in the Mediterranean Sea 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 15–26°C. Marine highlights include corals, grouper and barracuda. Best season is May–Oct, 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.
Beautiful spot. Do respect the reef and keep your distance.