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Canons de Tamariu

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4.3 12 species 38 contributors

Canons de Tamariu offers year-round diving in Spain with rich marine biodiversity and accessible underwater geology.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Intermediate
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Activity
dive
Difficulty
intermediate
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
4.5 kn
Wave
0.28 m
Water
26.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (15%)
Now: WNW (301°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.21m

Today: High 15:00 (-0.46m), Low 06:00 (-0.56m)

+-0.4 m-0.6 m
▼ 06:00 · -0.56m ▼ 08:00 · -0.57m ▲ 15:00 · -0.46m ▼ 17:00 · -0.47m Now -0.5m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.75 · mod Air PM2.55 · good 07:31 19:50
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 10.7 0.48 6 0mm
09-20 6.4 0.2 5 0mm
09-21 5.7 0.42 6 0mm
09-22 6.3 0.74 6 0mm
09-23 6.6 0.28 6 0mm
09-24 8.1 0.42 5 0mm
09-25 7.9 0.34 5 0mm

About this spot

Canons de Tamariu is a Spanish dive site featuring underwater canyons and varied terrain that attract divers seeking natural formation exploration. The site supports a diverse marine ecosystem documented through species observations, making it a worthwhile destination for naturalists and reef explorers alike. Year-round access means you can plan dives across all seasons without seasonal closures or extreme weather restrictions. The underwater landscape includes canyon systems that create interesting navigation and visual appeal. Divers report encountering multiple species throughout the site, suggesting healthy habitat conditions and reliable marine life encounters. Community videos provide real-world footage of conditions and marine activity, giving potential visitors practical insight into what to expect below the surface. Canons de Tamariu sits outside Marine Protected Areas, meaning fewer regulatory restrictions on dive operations and flexibility for dive planning. The site's accessibility and year-round conditions make it suitable for repeat visits and varied dive objectives. Local dive operators and the active diving community continue to document findings from the site, contributing to its reputation as a solid destination for Spanish Mediterranean diving.

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Best months

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

Dive types

WallReef

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 · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 1098km · ~253kg · €5

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

When is the best time to dive Canons de Tamariu?

Year-round diving is possible at Canons de Tamariu, so you can plan visits across all seasons. Weather and sea conditions may vary seasonally, so check current forecasts before booking.

What marine life is found at Canons de Tamariu?

The site supports diverse marine species documented through multiple community observations. Expect encounters with Mediterranean reef fish and other fauna typical to Spanish coastal environments.

Do I need permits to dive Canons de Tamariu?

Canons de Tamariu is not within a Marine Protected Area, so there are no MPA-specific restrictions. Check with local dive operators for any standard regional requirements.

Are there resources to learn about conditions before diving?

Community videos from the site provide real-world footage of underwater conditions and marine activity. Review these to get practical insight into the environment before your dive.

Operators near this spot

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

Stollis Divecenter

1.1 km
Dive centre
Speaks 🇩🇪
Hours: Apr-Oct PH,Mo-Su 09:00-18:00

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

50 records · 44 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Pelagia noctiluca

Scyphozoa · Pelagiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
16 Mar 2019
×1records

Xantho poressa

Malacostraca · Xanthidae
OBIS
Last seen:
18 Oct 2018
×1records

Stenopus spinosus

Malacostraca · Stenopodidae
OBIS
Last seen:
17 May 2017
×1records

Rhizostoma pulmo

Scyphozoa · Rhizostomatidae
OBIS
Last seen:
30 Jul 2014
×1records

Cotylorhiza tuberculata

Scyphozoa · Cepheidae
OBIS
Last seen:
22 Sept 2012
×1records

Inachus leptochirus

Malacostraca · Inachidae
OBIS
Last seen:
26 May 2012
×1records
Depth:
102–108 m

Alloceramaster grenadensis

Asteroidea · Goniasteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
10 Sept 2009
×1records
Depth:
900 m

Alloteuthis media

Cephalopoda · Loliginidae
OBIS
Last seen:
7 May 2009
×1records
Depth:
78 m

Pasiphaea multidentata

Malacostraca · Pasiphaeidae
OBIS
Last seen:
6 May 2009
×1records
Depth:
536 m

Botrylloides leachii

Ascidiacea · Styelidae
OBIS
Last seen:
11 Oct 2005
×2records
Depth:
5–8 m

Holothuria (Holothuria) tubulosa

Holothuroidea · Holothuriidae
OBIS
Last seen:
13 Jun 2005
×1records
Depth:
6–8 m

Thia scutellata

Malacostraca · Thiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Nov 2004
×1records
Depth:
7 m

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

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