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Calzedonia

3.8 — based on 16 community signals
4.3 12 species 36 contributors

Calzedonia is a year-round Spanish dive site with healthy coral and 12 recorded species observations.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
11.4 kn
Wave
1.4 m
Water
23.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (83%)
Now: N (10°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.78m

Next: Low at 00:00 (-0.45m)

+0.7 m0 m-1.1 m
▼ 00:00 · -0.45m ▲ 07:00 · +0.15m ▼ 14:00 · -0.44m ▲ 20:00 · -0.01m Now -0.4m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV7.65 · high Air PM2.515 · moderate 07:43 19:58
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 17.4 1.5 8 0mm
09-19 11.1 1.4 8 0mm
09-20 7.3 1.02 8 0mm
09-21 12.4 0.84 7 0mm
09-22 13.6 0.88 7 0mm
09-23 8.3 0.96 7 0mm
09-24 8.7 1.02 7 0mm

About this spot

Calzedonia, located near Playa del Matorral in Spain, offers diving opportunities throughout the year. The site's coral shows no stress indicators, making it a stable destination for exploration. With 12 species observations documented by the diving community, the site supports a diverse marine ecosystem worth investigating. The location attracts divers interested in Mediterranean marine life and coastal exploration. Community contributions include three videos showcasing conditions and wildlife encounters at the site. These resources provide insight into what to expect during a visit. Calzedonia operates outside marine protected areas, simplifying access and planning. The site's year-round availability means you can plan dives based on your schedule rather than seasonal windows. Whether you're scouting new territory or returning for another dive, consistent conditions support repeat visits.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 2851km · ~656kg · €12

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 77/100
  • Visa: Visa-free · 90 days max
  • Flight: 7h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 6h east · 4 days recovery

FAQ

Can I dive Calzedonia year-round?

Yes, Calzedonia is available for diving throughout the year with no seasonal closures reported.

What marine life might I see?

Twelve species have been documented at Calzedonia. Check community videos and local dive guides for current sightings and seasonal presence.

Is the coral healthy?

Coral at Calzedonia shows no bleaching stress, indicating stable conditions for the reef ecosystem.

Do I need permits to dive here?

Calzedonia is not inside a marine protected area, so standard Spanish diving regulations apply. Check local requirements before your trip.

See it live now

Live webcams at this spot (within 500 m). Windy.com

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Tauchschule Fuerteventura Buceo

0.5 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

67 records · 44 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Grapsus adscensionis

Malacostraca · Grapsidae
GBIF
Last seen:
29 Jan 2026
×3records

Phorcus sauciatus

Phorcus sauciatus
Gastropoda · Trochidae
GBIF
Last seen:
29 Jan 2026
×3records

Squatina squatina

Elasmobranchii · Squatinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Dec 2015
×2records
Depth:
5 m

Umbraculum umbraculum

Gastropoda · Umbraculidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2015
×2records
Depth:
5 m

Aplysia dactylomela

Gastropoda · Aplysiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2015
×2records
Depth:
5 m

Maja squinado

Malacostraca · Majidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2015
×1records
Depth:
5 m

Aldisa smaragdina

Gastropoda · Cadlinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2015
×1records
Depth:
5 m

Hermodice carunculata

Polychaeta · Amphinomidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jul 2015
×2records
Depth:
5 m

Batzella inops

Demospongiae · Chondropsidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jul 2015
×2records
Depth:
5 m

Narcissia canariensis

Asteroidea · Ophidiasteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jun 2015
×2records
Depth:
0–20 m

Holothuria (Platyperona) sanctori

Holothuroidea · Holothuriidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jun 2015
×2records
Depth:
0–20 m

Dasyatis pastinaca

Elasmobranchii · Dasyatidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jun 2015
×2records
Depth:
0–20 m

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

U.S. swimmer saved by coach after losing consciousness in the pool

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AF 200 BRST - Emily DiDonato

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Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jun (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (93/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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