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Beginner-friendly shore site below the lighthouse with overhangs and sponge cover.
Cap de Cala Figuera: shore plateau below the lighthouse
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Cap de Cala Figuera is a shore dive below the lighthouse on Mallorca's southwest cape, where a rocky plateau and overhangs give way to sheltered swim-throughs. The site stands out for colorful sponges and a varied mix of temperate Mediterranean life, with barracuda, octopus, moray eel, scorpionfish, groupers, damselfish, and cuttlefish all part of the draw. It suits both beginners and returning divers when the weather window is calm. The dive feels like a compact headland exploration rather than a long swim.
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Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 20m
Depth Note
A shallow plateau and rock shelters lead down to a maximum of about 20 m.
Best Season
Late spring through early autumn, with weather windows best checked close to the dive date.
Typical Conditions
Rocky plateau, overhangs, and clear Mediterranean water, with exposure and weather windows shaping the dive.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Plan the dive for a calm weather window and keep an eye on swell around the rocky shelves and swim-throughs.
Access Restrictions
Use the lighthouse road access and respect the protected-area rules around the headland.
Legal Notes
The cape sits in a protected area, so local conservation and access rules apply.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shore dive with a rocky plateau, overhangs, and sheltered swim-throughs. It suits divers who want a compact headland route with interesting structure and marine life.
Freediving
Possible in calm, clear water near the headland, but it is mainly a scuba site with rocky relief.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling can work on calm days, though the site is better for scuba because the interesting features sit around the rocky plateau.
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Directional shelter context for incoming swell.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
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Beginner-friendly shore site below the lighthouse with overhangs and sponge cover.
Road access toward the lighthouse and protected-area context.
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