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Escull del Gobernador
Boat dive on a rocky islet off Es Talaier.
Shallow wall-and-channel dive with a deeper wreck marker offshore; suited to divers happy with a boat drop and rock-led marine life.
About Escull del Gobernador
Boat dive around a rocky islet off Es Talaier in southern Menorca, where the main line wraps a shallow wall and a narrow channel with rock relief and a deeper wreck marker offshore. It is a straightforward boat drop for divers who want simple navigation, steady fish life on the edges, and a route that reads best in calmer water.
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Research Estimate At Escull del Gobernador
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Where Is Escull del Gobernador?
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Escull del Gobernador Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
7m - 26m
Depth Note
Main route is a shallow wall around the islet; operator listings place it around 7-17 m and one directory lists 12 m average / 26 m max. The Malakoff wreck is deeper offshore and separate.
Best Season
Low season
Typical Conditions
Calmer water makes the wall and channel easier to read. The site is more rewarding when the outer face is not getting pushed by wind or swell.
Safety & Access At Escull del Gobernador
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Access Restrictions
Main access is by boat; the beach path to Es Talaier is not the dive entry.
Local Intel For Escull del Gobernador
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat divers work the rocky islet and its shallow wall, with a deeper wreck marker offshore as a visual landmark.
Freediving
The shallow edge may suit a brief look on breath-hold, but the main route is better planned as scuba rather than a freedive session.
Snorkeling
Confident snorkelers can enjoy the shallow edge near the islet, but the main wall and wreck marker are better left for scuba.
Wildlife at Escull del Gobernador
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Recent Logged Visits At Escull del Gobernador
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Escull del Gobernador
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