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Dive Spot Guide•
Cova dels Ofegats
Boat-accessed Menorca cavern dive near Mahon harbor with a backlit entrance.
Local operator required
Boat access and overhead procedures make a local operator the practical choice.
A compact boat dive near the Mahon harbour exit, with a backlit cavern, a surface air chamber, and small cave life. It suits divers comfortable with overhead procedures and boat traffic.
About Cova dels Ofegats
Cova dels Ofegats is a boat-accessed cavern dive near the Mahon harbour exit in Menorca. Boats anchor on a rocky platform below Torre d'en Penjat, and the main feature is a broad backlit cavern with a surface air chamber for a short ascent. It is a compact overhead site with good small-life action inside and around the rock.
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Research Estimate At Cova dels Ofegats
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 16m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Cova dels Ofegats?
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Cova dels Ofegats Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 14m
Depth Note
The cavern has a surface air chamber and a maximum depth of about 14 m.
Best Season
Late spring through early autumn, with Menorca's main dive season usually running from May to October.
Typical Conditions
Boat dive with a backlit cavern, a surface air chamber, and generally clear water.
Safety & Access At Cova dels Ofegats
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat trafficOverhead environment
Safety Notes
Use proper overhead procedures in the cavern and stay aware of boat traffic near the harbour exit.
Local Intel For Cova dels Ofegats
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A wide cavern with a surface air chamber and a bright entrance, best approached as an overhead dive.
Wildlife at Cova dels Ofegats
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Recent Logged Visits At Cova dels Ofegats
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Cova dels Ofegats
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility16m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
