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    Cabrera Archipelago Reserve (La Pared) – Balearic Islands – Mallorca

    40m Max
    15-30m Vis
    boat

    Site Overview

    The Cabrera Archipelago Marine Reserve protects dramatic walls such as La Pared, clad in gorgonians and home to large groupers, dentex, tuna and the occasional dolphin. Strictly controlled and reached only by permitted boat from Colonia de Sant Jordi, the reserve offers pristine visibility and some of the healthiest reef in the Balearics. Advanced divers explore the drop-offs and walls, while the remoteness keeps the experience exclusive. Cabrera is a bucket-list destination for Mediterranean divers. 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

    "Take the permitted boat to Cabrera and descend along the wall, controlling any current and watching the gorgonians for groupers and morays. Follow the drop-off at 20-35 m, then ascend with a safety stop and careful air management. 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

    Grouper

    high

    Epinephelus marginatus

    Best: Year-round

    Dentex

    medium

    Dentex dentex

    Best: Summer

    Tuna

    low

    Thunnus spp.

    Best: Summer

    Gorgonian

    high

    Paramuricea clavata

    Best: Year-round

    Barracuda

    high

    Sphyraena viridensis

    Best: Year-round

    Safety & Hazards

    • Current on the wall
    • Depth and nitrogen limits
    • Remote location
    • Permit rules
    • Limited services
    Nearest Chamber
    Hospital Son Espases Hyperbaric Unit, Palma
    60km away

    Traveler Notes

    Who is this for?

    Designed for advanced divers who want pristine gorgonian walls and big groupers in a protected reserve. It rewards photographers and experienced explorers. The permit system makes it a rare, privileged 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.

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    wall
    cabrera

    For Non-Divers

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

    Quick Stats

    Difficultyadvanced
    CertificationAdvanced Open Water
    Currentmoderate
    Water Temp15-26°C
    Best TimeJune - September

    Dive Logistics

    Operators
    • Cabrera Authorised Diving
    • Mallorca Dive
    Pricing Guide
    $110 - $190
    Per 2-tank boat dive

    Photography Info

    Recommended Gear
    16-35mm
    60mm

    Best for: wide_angle, macro

    Nearby Stay

    Local Dive Lodge

    Colonia de Sant Jordi3km away

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    Coastal Guesthouse

    Colonia de Sant Jordi5km away

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