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El Arenal de las Chicharras
Boat dive for amphora remains in Menorca
Local operator required
The site is typically run as a boat dive through Scuba Plus Menorca or similar local operators.
Anchor near the cala, descend by certification level, and plan for a protected archaeological boat dive with rock, sand, and fish.
About El Arenal de las Chicharras
El Arenal de las Chicharras is a Menorca boat dive where ancient amphora remains sit on a rocky, seagrass-covered seabed. Divers descend from the anchor point toward the amphora field within their certification limits, moving among cracks, boulders, and the remains rather than following a long route. It is a protected archaeological dive, so the main rule is to leave the artifacts untouched and treat it as a careful, guided outing. Fish life is strong around the rock, and winter is often the best window.
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Research Estimate At El Arenal de las Chicharras
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is El Arenal de las Chicharras?
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El Arenal de las Chicharras Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
19m - 24m
Depth Note
The site is commonly shown around 19 m, with a maximum depth of 24 m depending on certification and experience.
Best Season
winter
Typical Conditions
Boat-anchored Mediterranean shoal with rocky cracks and Posidonia; calm winter windows are often clearest, but poor visibility is possible when the sea is unsettled.
Safety & Access At El Arenal de las Chicharras
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibilityRestricted access
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight around the amphora field and treat the remains as no-touch artifacts. A bad fin kick can spoil the visibility quickly.
Access Restrictions
The amphora field is protected; treat the site as a controlled boat dive and do not touch the artifacts.
Legal Notes
Do not touch the amphorae; this is a protected archaeological dive inside the Menorca reserve setting.
Local Intel For El Arenal de las Chicharras
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat dive to ancient amphora remains with rocky cracks, Posidonia, and a maximum depth around 24 m.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the amphora area is a scuba dive and sits deeper than a useful breath-hold target.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the shallowest edges and is not the right tool for the amphora area.
Wildlife at El Arenal de las Chicharras
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Recent Logged Visits At El Arenal de las Chicharras
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Dive Spot Log Averages At El Arenal de las Chicharras
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
