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CB Costa Campello

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4.2 12 species 25 contributors

CB Costa Campello is a year-round dive destination off El Campello, Spain, with 12 documented species observations and accessible underwater exploration.

⭐ Best for beginners.

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

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Conditions today

Conditions

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Wind
3 kn
Wave
0.64 m
Water
26.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NNW (30%)
Now: N (349°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.18m

Today: High 11:00 (-0.46m), Low 02:00 (-0.49m)

+-0.4 m-0.6 m
▼ 02:00 · -0.49m ▼ 06:00 · -0.5m ▲ 11:00 · -0.46m ▲ 16:00 · -0.41m Now -0.5m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV6.2 · high Air PM2.54 · good 07:46 20:03
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 12.8 1.04 6 0mm
09-20 10.5 0.98 6 0mm
09-21 6.3 0.8 6 0mm
09-22 7.8 0.3 6 0mm
09-23 7 0.12 6 0mm
09-24 6.6 0.12 6 0mm
09-25 6.9 0.1 6 0mm

About this spot

CB Costa Campello, located near El Campello on Spain's Costa Blanca, offers divers access to Mediterranean waters with documented marine life. The site has generated community interest with 12 species observations and 3 community-contributed videos, giving divers insight into what to expect underwater. The area sits outside a marine protected area, making it accessible for recreational diving without additional permit restrictions. This location draws divers year-round, indicating stable conditions across seasons. The site's history as a cultural property—connected to the nearby Illeta dels Banyets—adds archaeological interest to dives in the region. Local divers have documented various species, providing a foundation for understanding the marine ecosystem. Access and conditions vary by season, though the destination maintains diver traffic throughout the year. Community videos offer real-world perspective on underwater conditions and marine activity. The documented species observations suggest moderate biodiversity typical of Mediterranean coastal sites. Divers should research current local conditions and any seasonal variations before planning their trip.

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Dive types

ReefShore

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 ↔ 1450km · ~334kg · €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

When is the best time to dive CB Costa Campello?

CB Costa Campello is diveable year-round, so you can plan trips based on your schedule. Water conditions and visibility may vary seasonally along the Spanish coast, so check local reports before your dive.

What depth and difficulty level should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings for CB Costa Campello are not currently documented. Contact local dive operators in El Campello for detailed information about site conditions and appropriate certification levels.

What marine life is found at CB Costa Campello?

Twelve species have been documented at this site by the diving community. Watch the 3 community videos available online to see recent marine life observations and get a sense of what you might encounter.

Do I need permits to dive here?

CB Costa Campello is not located within a marine protected area, so standard diving regulations apply. Verify current Spanish diving regulations and any local requirements through El Campello dive operators before your visit.

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Verified marine species observations

51 records · 38 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Milax gagates

Gastropoda · Milacidae
GBIF
Last seen:
13 Jan 2026
×1records

Pinna nobilis

Bivalvia · Pinnidae
OBIS
Last seen:
18 Dec 2018
×1records
Depth:
27 m

Pinna rudis

Bivalvia · Pinnidae
OBIS
Last seen:
18 Jul 2018
×1records
Depth:
2 m

Velella velella

Hydrozoa · Porpitidae
OBIS
Last seen:
15 Apr 2015
×1records

Olindias muelleri

Hydrozoa · Olindiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
28 Jul 2014
×1records

Iridonida speciosa

Malacostraca · Munididae
OBIS
Last seen:
16 May 2014
×1records
Depth:
114–122 m

Sepietta oweniana

Cephalopoda · Sepiolidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Apr 2009
×1records
Depth:
58 m

Parapenaeus longirostris

Malacostraca · Penaeidae
OBIS
Last seen:
23 Apr 2009
×1records
Depth:
73 m

Plesionika martia

Malacostraca · Pandalidae
OBIS
Last seen:
22 Apr 2009
×1records
Depth:
604 m

Nephrops norvegicus

Malacostraca · Nephropidae
OBIS
Last seen:
22 Apr 2009
×1records
Depth:
604 m

Pasiphaea multidentata

Malacostraca · Pasiphaeidae
OBIS
Last seen:
22 Apr 2009
×1records
Depth:
604 m

Galeus melastomus

Elasmobranchii · Pentanchidae
OBIS
Last seen:
22 Apr 2009
×1records
Depth:
604 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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