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Official tourism page for Illetes with access, clear water, and seabed context.
Dive Spot Guide•
Illetes
Sheltered Mallorca bay dive close to Palma.
Calm bay dive with clear water, rocky boulders, seagrass, and easy beach access near Palma.
About Illetes
Illetes is a sheltered Mallorca bay dive with rocky boulders, seagrass beds, and clear water that stays friendly for relaxed dives when the weather is calm. It works as a low-stress shoreline session near Palma, with plenty of small Mediterranean life and a setup that suits beginners, easy practice, or a laid-back return-to-water day.
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Research Estimate At Illetes
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessEasy entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesExcellent facilities
Crowd / PopularityVery crowded
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Illetes?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Illetes Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 18m
Depth Note
Sheltered bay water with rocky boulders and seagrass beds, reaching about 18 m at the listed maximum.
Best Season
Spring through autumn, with the warmest and busiest stretch from Easter to October.
Typical Conditions
Clear turquoise water, rocky boulders, seagrass, and a compact bay that stays friendlier than an exposed coast.
Safety & Access At Illetes
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Watch the buoyed zone and the summer crowd, and keep clear of boat movement outside the marked swim area.
Access Restrictions
The easiest days are calm and early, before the bay gets crowded and boat movement picks up.
Legal Notes
Stay inside the buoyed swim area and follow local beach access rules.
Local Intel For Illetes
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A strong beginner dive with rocky boulders and seagrass beds, best when you want a relaxed bay session near Palma.
Snorkeling
Excellent for casual snorkeling because the bay is clear and shallow near shore in good conditions.
Wildlife at Illetes
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Illetes
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Illetes
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility18m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
