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Tasco Gros

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4.4 12 species 43 contributors

Tasco Gros is a year-round dive site in Spain's protected Reserva Natural Parcial Marina de les Medes, with 12 recorded species.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Reserva Natural Parcial C Mari… updated 4 months ago
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Conditions today

Conditions

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Wind
5.3 kn
Wave
0.3 m
Water
25.9°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: W (19%)
Now: WNW (289°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.21m

Next: Low at 05:00 (-0.56m)

+-0.4 m-0.7 m
▼ 05:00 · -0.56m ▲ 15:00 · -0.46m ▼ 23:00 · -0.57m ▲ 02:00 · -0.56m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV5.8 · mod Air PM2.54 · good 07:31 19:50
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 11 0.44 6 0mm
09-20 5.2 0.2 6 0mm
09-21 5.6 0.4 6 0mm
09-22 7.9 0.42 6 0mm
09-23 6.6 0.24 6 0mm
09-24 8.1 0.22 5 0mm
09-25 7.9 0.32 5 0mm

About this spot

Tasco Gros sits within Spain's Reserva Natural Parcial Marina de les Medes, a marine protected area that draws divers seeking healthy reef ecosystems and diverse marine life. The site benefits from strict conservation rules that keep the environment stable throughout the year. Local dive records document 12 species at this location, and community footage shows what to expect underwater. The protected status means this spot receives active management to preserve its conditions. You'll encounter established dive routes and regular monitoring by reserve staff. This makes Tasco Gros reliable for repeatable dives and consistent encounters with resident fish and reef fauna. Access to Tasco Gros requires respect for reserve regulations. Divers must follow designated routes and abide by local rules—these protections keep the site healthy for everyone. The year-round divability means you can plan trips based on your schedule rather than seasonal windows. Community footage and species records help you prepare for what you'll see.

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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 ↔ 1085km · ~250kg · €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

Can I dive Tasco Gros year-round?

Yes. The site is diveable throughout the year, so timing depends on your schedule and preferences rather than seasonal closures.

What marine life is at Tasco Gros?

Twelve species have been documented at this site. Community videos and local dive logs provide visual reference for resident fish and reef inhabitants.

Is Tasco Gros in a protected area?

Yes, it's within the Reserva Natural Parcial Marina de les Medes. You must follow reserve rules and designated dive routes when visiting.

How do I access Tasco Gros?

The site is part of a marine reserve, so entry requires compliance with local regulations. Check with reserve authorities or local dive operators for current access protocols and required permits.

Operators near this spot

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

Diving Center La Sirena

2.2 km
Dive centre

Nautica Borrat

2.2 km
Dive centre

Aqua Sports

2.3 km
Dive centre
Hours: Mo-Sa 09:00-21:00+

Costa Brava Divers

2.3 km
Dive centre

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Verified marine species observations

21 records · 19 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Hydroides

Polychaeta · Serpulidae
OBIS
Last seen:
6 Apr 2015
×1records

Scoloplos armiger

Polychaeta · Orbiniidae
OBIS
Last seen:
27 Mar 2009
×1records

Urothoe grimaldii

Malacostraca · Urothoidae
OBIS
Last seen:
20 Mar 2006
×1records

Echinocardium mediterraneum

Echinoidea · Loveniidae
OBIS
Last seen:
20 Mar 2006
×1records

Paracentrotus lividus

Echinoidea · Parechinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
3 Sept 2005
×1records
Depth:
6–8 m

Leptosynapta inhaerens

Holothuroidea · Synaptidae
OBIS
Last seen:
16 Jun 2005
×1records

Natatolana borealis

Malacostraca · Cirolanidae
OBIS
Last seen:
17 Jun 2000
×1records
Depth:
675 m

Rossia macrosoma

Cephalopoda · Sepiolidae
OBIS
Last seen:
17 Jun 2000
×1records
Depth:
229 m

Goneplax rhomboides

Malacostraca · Goneplacidae
OBIS
Last seen:
18 May 1996
×1records
Depth:
140 m

Bivalvia

Bivalvia
OBIS
Last seen:
1 May 1995
×1records

Chamelea gallina

Bivalvia · Veneridae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 May 1994
×1records

Tanaidacea

Malacostraca
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 1993
×1records

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

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Marine protected areas in Spain : Medas Islands

DAN Europe

Buceo en Tasco gros (Illes Medes)

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Carai Bernat - Tasco Gros - Illes Medes

Miguel Coll

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "Belongs to Wecamp chain, also on the other side of the road #OsmAnd"

    anonymous · 2025-09-01
  • "the house numbers here seem incorrect, the buildings across the side street have numbers 21 and 23 via StreetComplete_ee 61.1"

    Derkades · 2025-08-22
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Sep (100/100) Worst: Nov (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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