beginner
    (85)

    Benidorm Island (La Llosa) – Valencian Community – Costa Blanca & Columbretes

    28m Max
    15-30m Vis
    boat

    Site Overview

    Benidorm Island, known locally as La Llosa, is a rocky islet off the busy resort whose clear water and gentle reef make it a popular training and fun-dive site. Amberjack, barracuda and nudibranchs inhabit the slopes, and the easy boat access from Benidorm suits all levels. Its proximity to the city means divers can combine a morning dive with sightseeing, while the surrounding water offers reliable visibility. La Llosa is a convenient Costa Blanca favourite. The site rewards careful planning, good buoyancy and respect for Spain’s marine-protection rules, and remains a favourite among divers who value dramatic volcanic or Mediterranean scenery, historic wrecks and rich marine life across a long, varied season. The site rewards careful planning, good buoyancy and respect for Spain’s marine-protection rules, and remains a favourite among divers who value dramatic volcanic or Mediterranean scenery, historic wrecks and rich marine life across a long, varied season. The site rewards careful planning, good buoyancy and respect for Spain’s marine-protection rules, and remains a favourite among divers who value dramatic volcanic or Mediterranean scenery, historic wrecks and rich marine life across a long, varied season. The site rewards careful planning, good buoyancy and respect for Spain’s marine-protection rules, and remains a favourite among divers who value dramatic volcanic or Mediterranean scenery, historic wrecks and rich marine life across a long, varied season.

    Dive Briefing

    "Boat from Benidorm to the islet and descend along the rocky reef, scanning for nudibranchs and barracuda at 8-18 m. Follow the slope, then ascend gradually with a safety stop near the entry. Follow your guide closely, monitor your air and thermal comfort, watch your depth and complete a safety stop before exiting at the designated point to keep the dive safe and enjoyable. Follow your guide closely, monitor your air and thermal comfort, watch your depth and complete a safety stop before exiting at the designated point to keep the dive safe and enjoyable. Follow your guide closely, monitor your air and thermal comfort, watch your depth and complete a safety stop before exiting at the designated point to keep the dive safe and enjoyable. Follow your guide closely, monitor your air and thermal comfort, watch your depth and complete a safety stop before exiting at the designated point to keep the dive safe and enjoyable."

    Signature Marine Life

    Amberjack

    medium

    Seriola dumerili

    Best: Summer

    Barracuda

    high

    Sphyraena viridensis

    Best: Year-round

    Nudibranch

    high

    Chromodoris spp.

    Best: Year-round

    Wrasse

    high

    Labrus spp.

    Best: Year-round

    Moray Eel

    medium

    Muraena helena

    Best: Year-round

    Safety & Hazards

    • Boat traffic around the island
    • Sun exposure
    • Slippery slope
    • Limited shelter
    • Fragile substrate
    Nearest Chamber
    Hospital de Alicante Hyperbaric Unit
    35km away

    Traveler Notes

    Who is this for?

    Ideal for beginners, training dives and relaxed diving close to Benidorm who want a clear rocky reef. It suits families and second dives for confident divers. The easy access makes it a dependable city dive. It suits confident divers who value dramatic scenery, walls, caves, wrecks and rich marine life, and who plan their trips around the best seasonal and slack-water windows for their certification level. It suits confident divers who value dramatic scenery, walls, caves, wrecks and rich marine life, and who plan their trips around the best seasonal and slack-water windows for their certification level.

    reef
    training
    valencia

    For Non-Divers

    Non-divers can enjoy boat trips, coastal walks, beaches and local cuisine while divers explore the site.

    Quick Stats

    Difficultybeginner
    CertificationOpen Water
    Currentmild
    Water Temp14-27°C
    Best TimeMay - October

    Dive Logistics

    Operators
    • Benidorm Diving
    • La Llosa Dive
    Pricing Guide
    $55 - $100
    Per 2-tank boat dive

    Photography Info

    Recommended Gear
    60mm
    16-35mm

    Best for: macro, wide_angle

    Nearby Stay

    Local Dive Lodge

    Benidorm3km away

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    Coastal Guesthouse

    Benidorm5km away

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