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Zoea

3.9 — based on 17 community signals
4.2 12 species 26 contributors

Zoea near Caló d'en Pellicer is a year-round Spanish dive spot with 12 recorded species observations and active community content.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Shore entryFamily-friendlyBeginner

At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
5 kn
Wave
0.48 m
Water
27.1°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ENE (17%)
Now: NE (48°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.19m

Next: Low at 03:00 (-0.44m)

+-0.3 m-0.5 m
▼ 03:00 · -0.44m ▼ 06:00 · -0.46m ▲ 15:00 · -0.38m ▼ 23:00 · -0.46m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV6.1 · high Air PM2.54 · good 07:34 19:52
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 8.8 0.52 6 0mm
09-20 8.1 0.48 6 0mm
09-21 6.7 0.38 6 0mm
09-22 7.5 0.2 6 0mm
09-23 4.3 0.26 6 0mm
09-24 4.3 0.24 5 0mm
09-25 5.1 0.16 6 0mm

About this spot

Zoea, located at Caló d'en Pellicer in Spain, is an accessible dive destination open to exploration throughout the year. The site has attracted diver interest with 12 documented species observations, giving divers a solid baseline on what marine life to expect. The spot lies outside a Marine Protected Area, making it straightforward to access without additional permitting restrictions. Community engagement here is evident through 3 shared dive videos, offering firsthand insight into conditions and what divers encounter on the site. These resources help new visitors understand the terrain and plan their dive accordingly. The collaborative nature of the diving community at Zoea means you can tap into local knowledge before booking. While specifics like depth, visibility, water temperature, and precise difficulty ratings are not documented in current records, the year-round accessibility suggests stable enough conditions for regular diving. Check with local operators or the community video library for current conditions before your visit.

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Best months

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

Dive types

ShoreReef

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 ↔ 1349km · ~310kg · €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

Is Zoea diveable year-round?

Yes. Zoea is accessible for diving throughout the year, making it a reliable choice regardless of season.

What marine life have divers recorded at Zoea?

12 species observations are documented at this site. Community videos offer visual confirmation of what you may encounter. Consult those resources for specific species details.

Do I need a permit or MPA approval to dive Zoea?

No. Zoea lies outside a Marine Protected Area, so standard diving access applies without additional permit requirements.

How deep is Zoea and what is the difficulty level?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not currently documented. Review community videos and contact local dive operators for current conditions and recommendations.

Operators near this spot

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

Palma Diving

7 km
Dive centre

Cool

3 km
Dive centre

H2O Scuba Academy

4.8 km
Dive centre

Cool divers

7.7 km
Dive centre

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Verified marine species observations

57 records · 44 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Mytilus galloprovincialis

Bivalvia · Mytilidae
GBIF
Last seen:
4 Feb 2026
×1records

Raja clavata

Elasmobranchii · Rajidae
GBIF
Last seen:
2 Feb 2026
×1records

Ancylus fluviatilis

Gastropoda · Planorbidae
GBIF
Last seen:
1 Feb 2026
×1records

Phorcus turbinatus

Gastropoda · Trochidae
GBIF
Last seen:
16 Jan 2026
×1records

Steromphala divaricata

Gastropoda · Trochidae
GBIF
Last seen:
16 Jan 2026
×1records

Palaemon elegans

Malacostraca · Palaemonidae
GBIF
Last seen:
16 Jan 2026
×1records

Melarhaphe neritoides

Gastropoda · Littorinidae
GBIF
Last seen:
14 Jan 2026
×2records

Caracollina lenticula

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

Tudorella ferruginea

Tudorella ferruginea
Gastropoda · Pomatiidae
GBIF
Last seen:
10 Jan 2026
×3records

Ferussacia folliculum

Gastropoda · Ferussaciidae
GBIF
Last seen:
6 Jan 2026
×1records

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Last seen:
17 Mar 2023
×1records

Pinna nobilis

Bivalvia · Pinnidae
OBIS
Last seen:
11 Nov 2020
×1records
Depth:
2 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.

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Zoea Mallorca

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