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Cap Llebeig

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4.2 12 species 21 contributors

Cap Llebeig is a protected dive site within Spain's Cabrera Archipelago National Park, offering year-round diving in the Balearic Islands.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Parc Nacional de l'Arxipèlag d… updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Great barracuda

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
7.4 kn
Wave
0.66 m
Water
27.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNE (32%)
Now: ENE (72°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.17m

Next: Low at 02:00 (-0.41m)

+-0.3 m-0.5 m
▼ 02:00 · -0.41m ▼ 05:00 · -0.43m ▼ 07:00 · -0.44m ▲ 10:00 · -0.43m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV6.15 · high Air PM2.54 · good 07:33 19:50
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 9.5 0.76 6 0mm
09-20 9.2 0.62 6 0mm
09-21 7.5 0.54 6 0mm
09-22 10.2 0.26 6 0mm
09-23 8.1 0.18 6 0mm
09-24 4.3 0.14 5 0mm
09-25 7.3 0.24 6 0mm

About this spot

Cap Llebeig sits on a peninsula in Cabrera, part of the Balearic Islands near Palma, Spain. The site lies within the Parc Nacional de l'Arxipèlag de Cabrera, a marine protected area that preserves the underwater environment. This designation means the site is carefully managed to protect marine life and habitats. Divers visit Cap Llebeig to explore the healthy waters around this peninsula, where the protected status supports thriving marine ecosystems. The area can be dived year-round, making it accessible across all seasons. The site attracts divers interested in Mediterranean diving within a national park setting. Community footage and species observations confirm regular diving activity and diverse marine life encounters. Access is controlled by the park authority to ensure conservation, so divers should verify current regulations and permits before planning a visit. Cap Llebeig represents the kind of responsible diving found in Europe's marine protected areas, where conservation and recreation coexist. The peninsula's location in Cabrera's archipelago makes it part of a larger network of dive-worthy sites in the region. Whether you're exploring Mediterranean reefs or seeking protected-area diving, this spot delivers genuine interest within a conservation framework.

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Best months

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

Marine life

Great barracuda

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 ↔ 1394km · ~321kg · €6

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

What's the best time to dive Cap Llebeig?

Cap Llebeig can be dived year-round. Conditions vary seasonally, so check with local operators about visibility, water temperature, and weather windows before booking.

What depth and difficulty level is Cap Llebeig?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented for this site. Contact the Parc Nacional de l'Arxipèlag de Cabrera or local dive operators in Palma for site-specific conditions and recommendations.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species observations are recorded at Cap Llebeig, confirming diverse marine life. Expect Mediterranean fauna typical of the Balearic Islands. Local guides can identify species you're likely to encounter during your dive.

Do I need a permit to dive here?

Cap Llebeig is inside the Parc Nacional de l'Arxipèlag de Cabrera, a protected area. Permits and regulations apply. Contact the park authority or established dive operators in Palma before planning your visit to confirm access rules.

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Verified marine species observations

53 records · 42 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Ergasticus clouei

Malacostraca · Oregoniidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Jun 2014
×1records
Depth:
252 m

Pisa chiragra

Malacostraca · Epialtidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Apr 2012
×1records

Cymbulia peronii

Gastropoda · Cymbuliidae
OBIS
Last seen:
21 Dec 2009
×1records
Depth:
609 m

Macropipus tuberculatus

Malacostraca · Polybiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Nov 2009
×2records
Depth:
218–228 m

Raja miraletus

Elasmobranchii · Rajidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Nov 2009
×1records
Depth:
63 m

Dasyatis pastinaca

Elasmobranchii · Dasyatidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Nov 2009
×1records
Depth:
63 m

Nephrops norvegicus

Malacostraca · Nephropidae
OBIS
Last seen:
28 Sept 2009
×1records
Depth:
414 m

Plesionika martia

Malacostraca · Pandalidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Sept 2009
×1records
Depth:
679 m

Geryon longipes

Malacostraca · Geryonidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Sept 2009
×1records
Depth:
679 m

Illex coindetii

Cephalopoda · Ommastrephidae
OBIS
Last seen:
26 Jun 2009
×2records
Depth:
218–444 m

Parapenaeus longirostris

Malacostraca · Penaeidae
OBIS
Last seen:
21 May 2009
×1records
Depth:
254 m

Leucoraja naevus

Elasmobranchii · Rajidae
OBIS
Last seen:
21 May 2009
×1records
Depth:
144 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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💬 1 top comments
  • So beautiful and peaceful ❤

    @ronforstersd · 👍 1

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Mejorar las indicaciones de áreas permitidas donde no se encuentre la posidonia."

    gabpr05 · 2025-04-08
  • "barrier lift_gate (una cuerda). access=private (no se puede pasar salvo con guías del parque nacional). Todo el resto de camino al faro es de ese acceso restringido #OsmAnd"

    edvac · 2024-06-14
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Aug (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (92/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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