Cala Santanyí / Cala Figuera – Balearic Islands – Mallorca
Site Overview
The picturesque bays of Cala Santanyí and Cala Figuera on Mallorca’s southeast offer sea caves, swim-throughs and abundant macro life in calm, sheltered water. Octopus, cuttlefish and nudibranchs fill the rocky ledges, and the easy conditions make it ideal for training and night dives. Its beauty above and below the water makes it a favourite for relaxed diving and photography, while the surrounding cliffs add drama. Cala Santanyí is a gentle introduction to Mallorcan marine life. 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 into the bay and descend along the rocky shore, exploring the sea caves and swim-throughs with a torch and looking for octopus and cuttlefish. Stay shallow at 6-14 m, 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
Octopus
Octopus vulgaris
Best: Year-round
Cuttlefish
Sepia officinalis
Best: Year-round
Moray Eel
Muraena helena
Best: Year-round
Nudibranch
Chromodoris spp.
Best: Year-round
Wrasse
Labrus spp.
Best: Year-round
Safety & Hazards
- Boat traffic in the bay
- Sharp rock
- Sun exposure
- Slippery entry
- Limited shelter
Traveler Notes
Who is this for?
Ideal for beginners, training dives and macro photographers who want calm bays with caves and critters. It suits night dives and relaxed second dives for confident divers. Families and students value the easy, sheltered conditions. 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.
For Non-Divers
Non-divers can enjoy boat trips, coastal walks, beaches and local cuisine while divers explore the site.
Quick Stats
Dive Logistics
- Santanyí Diving
- Mallorca Dive
Photography Info
Best for: macro, wide_angle
Nearby Stay
Local Dive Lodge
Cala Santanyí • 3km away
Coastal Guesthouse
Cala Santanyí • 5km away