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Dive Spot Guide•
GORGONIES
Deep gorgonian wall dive east of the Formigues Islands.
Local operator required
Boat access, the deep wall line, and the exposed sea state are best handled by a Palamós-area dive center.
Boat-access wall dive east of the Formigues Islands with gorgonian walls, rocky relief, and a clearly advanced profile.
About GORGONIES
Deep, technical wall dive east of the Formigues Islands, with red gorgonian growth, rocky ledges, and an advanced-profile run handled best by a local Palamós operator.
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Research Estimate At GORGONIES
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is GORGONIES?
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GORGONIES Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
25m - 45m
Depth Note
The formation starts around 25m and the wall extends into the mid-40s; some community guides place the deeper line around 43m.
Best Season
Late spring through early autumn, when sea conditions are usually calmer for the boat crossing.
Typical Conditions
Boat-run wall dive with deep gorgonian cover, rocky ledges, and exposed-Costa-Brava sea conditions that can tighten the plan when weather turns.
Safety & Access At GORGONIES
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Restricted access
Safety Notes
Treat it as an advanced wall dive. Keep buoyancy tight on the rock face, plan gas carefully, and stay conservative if the sea or crossing looks rough.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Palamós and the Formigues area is the normal route; advanced certification and a local briefing are the practical gatekeepers.
Legal Notes
No special permit requirement is indicated here, but the broader Formigues coastline sits inside active conservation planning and local navigation rules should be checked before departure.
Local Intel For GORGONIES
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Advanced scuba dive with a boat entry, a planned descent to the wall, and a deeper return line that rewards disciplined buoyancy.
Freediving
Not a meaningful freedive target; the best structure sits deep on the wall.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the underwater features start well below the surface.
Wildlife at GORGONIES
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At GORGONIES
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Dive Spot Log Averages At GORGONIES
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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