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Top Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Tarifa

The top 6 dive and snorkel sites in Tarifa, ranked by diver reviews, with maps and photos. Read the Tarifa guide

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Nearby areasTarifa6Algeciras1Roche1
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Pecio de San Andrés

No reviews yetSpain, Costa del Sol, Cadiz

Wreck of San Andres, a steam iron structure, which sank in 1856 due to strong winds from the east. The real name of this ship was the "Miño", but among the divers this ship is best known as the San Andres because his remains had once among a huge lead ingots with these words engraved. There are some remains of the ship, the bow and the bridge, steam boilers and large wheels. Only for advanced divers. Aquatic Life: congers, brunettes, crab, lobsters, meros, sunfish, forkbeard Soaurce: http://www.buceotarifa.com NB: The wreck itself is not really spectacular but the "saescape" and marine life are definitely! SE of Isla de Tarifa (La Palomas)

IntermediateMax depth 78.7 ftShore or Boat entry
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Las Calderas

No reviews yetSpain, Costa del Sol, Cadiz

Upon immersion you can see the relics of the boilers of a steam boat sunk just off the shore. If you go down to -20m to -25m you find some large boulders forming small caves you can dive through. Watch out four groupers, congers, electric rays, crabs, etc. Some harpooning going on, so if you're there on a bad day you may not see much life at all. Still a nice dive if you're in the area. By boat. Only a short time from the harbour.

BeginnerMax depth 49.2 ftBoat entry
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La Piscina

No reviews yetSpain, Costa del Sol, Cadiz

A deeper section of reef comprised of large rocks and soft coral growth in-between them. The layout means the current can be stronger here. The further part of the reed that can be reached from shore. Also possible to dive by boat. La Piscina is also known as La Piscinia.

IntermediateMax depth 32.8 ftShore or Boat entry
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La Fortuleza

No reviews yetSpain, Costa del Sol, Cadiz

The next section of reef out from the shore in a clockwise pattern. This section is slightly deep and has some more rock formations covered in soft growth. Good place to see crabs and reef fish. Possible to see Octopus in their holes. From shore on Tarifa. Use the beach on the Mediterranean side.

BeginnerMax depth 16.4 ftShore entry
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The Cabin

No reviews yetSpain, Costa del Sol, Cadiz

A shallow section of the reefs around Tarifa. Dive is very shallow for a while before it deeps to a maximum of ten metres. Often used as a check dive. Variety of sea grass and various soft growth. By shore from the Mediterranean side of Tarifa. Either surface swim for a bit or start the dive immediately in very shallow water.

BeginnerMax depth 16.4 ftShore entry
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Puerto Fenicio

No reviews yetSpain, Costa del Sol, Cadiz

This side of Tarfia is dived less often due to wind and current. Similar growth but more dramatic rock formations. Eels, Octopus, Starfish and Rays live amongst the rocks. By shore. Enter via the Mediterriean sides beach then turn back and use the bridge under the road. Walk in the shallow water till you reach the deeper part near the stone structure.

BeginnerMax depth 16.4 ftShore entry
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Top dive shops in Tarifa

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Yellow Sub Tarifa
4.6 (58) · Tarifa (Cadiz)
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Tarifa diving guide

Ready to check out the best sites in Tarifa for scuba diving, snorkeling, shore diving, free diving or other ocean activities? Zentacle has 6 dive sites, snorkel spots, beaches, and more. Discover hand-curated maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.

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Are there dive shops in Tarifa?

Zentacle lists 1 dive shop in Tarifa. The top-rated is Yellow Sub Tarifa (4.6 from 58 reviews).