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EL ARCO
El Arco is a short-boat Formentera dive for easy arch scenery.
Short-boat marine-reserve dive in Formentera with clear water, a shallow arch route, and plenty of seagrass and rock life.
About EL ARCO
El Arco is a short-boat dive in the Formentera marine reserve, where a shallow rock-and-seagrass route opens into submerged arches and a wider rocky return. The site is easy to read and works well for mixed-ability groups, and it still feels rewarding rather than trivial because the arch sections, rock walls, and seagrass edges give you a real route to follow. Calm-water days bring the clearest visibility and the most relaxed sightseeing.
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Research Estimate At EL ARCO
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
Where Is EL ARCO?
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EL ARCO Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 20m
Depth Note
Official tourism materials list El Arco at 4-18 m; operator material places the dive at about 5-20 m with a shallow first arch and a deeper return arch.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Shallow, clear water with a simple route over rock, sand, seagrass, and submerged arches.
Safety & Access At EL ARCO
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Keep trim through the arches and respect the rock walls. The site is shallow, but the route still rewards disciplined buoyancy.
Access Restrictions
Located within the Es Freus Marine Reserve; follow the dive-center briefing and reserve rules.
Legal Notes
Do not force entry under the arches or beyond the briefed route.
Local Intel For EL ARCO
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Basic-level boat dive with a shallow start and a maximum depth around 18 to 20 m depending on the chosen route.
Snorkeling
Confident snorkelers can enjoy the shallow, clear water on calm days, but the site is primarily run as a scuba boat dive.
Wildlife at EL ARCO
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At EL ARCO
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At EL ARCO
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
