intermediate
    (95)

    Delfin Verde Wreck – Balearic Islands – Mallorca

    30m Max
    15-30m Vis
    boat

    Site Overview

    The Delfin Verde is a scuttled cargo vessel at 20-30 m off Alcúdia in north Mallorca, its large hull now home to huge schools of barracuda, resident groupers and even the occasional batfish. Fully penetrable with training, it is one of the island’s most popular wreck dives, with easy boat access and reliable fish life. The structure is intact and photogenic, and the surrounding sand adds rays and garden eels. The Delfin Verde is a rewarding Advanced wreck dive. 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 to the wreck and descend the shot line to the deck at 20 m. Circle the hull, peeking into open sections where groupers and congers hide and barracuda swirl, then ascend with a safety stop and watch for boat traffic on exit. 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

    Barracuda

    high

    Sphyraena viridensis

    Best: Year-round

    Grouper

    high

    Epinephelus marginatus

    Best: Year-round

    Batfish

    low

    Platax spp.

    Best: Year-round

    Moray Eel

    medium

    Muraena helena

    Best: Year-round

    Conger Eel

    medium

    Conger conger

    Best: Year-round

    Safety & Hazards

    • Sharp edges
    • Silt disturbance
    • Depth and nitrogen limits
    • Boat traffic overhead
    • Confined interior
    Nearest Chamber
    Hospital Son Espases Hyperbaric Unit, Palma
    55km away

    Traveler Notes

    Who is this for?

    Suited to Advanced divers wanting a penetrable cargo wreck with abundant barracuda and groupers. It appeals to photographers and wreck enthusiasts. Training divers build penetration skills here under guidance. 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.

    wreck
    mallorca

    For Non-Divers

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

    Quick Stats

    Difficultyintermediate
    CertificationAdvanced Open Water
    Currentmild
    Water Temp14-26°C
    Best TimeMay - October

    Dive Logistics

    Operators
    • Alcúdia Diving
    • Mallorca Dive
    Pricing Guide
    $75 - $140
    Per 2-tank boat dive

    Photography Info

    Recommended Gear
    16-35mm
    60mm

    Best for: wide_angle, macro

    Nearby Stay

    Local Dive Lodge

    Alcúdia3km away

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    Coastal Guesthouse

    Alcúdia5km away

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