Reef-to-tunnel-to-chimney route description from a local dive center.
La Chimenea: boat dive with a vertical chimney route.
La Chimenea: boat dive with a vertical chimney route.
Guided boat access is preferred because the route includes a tunnel and chimney section.
La Chimenea del Promontorio is a short boat dive from Ciutadella to Punta Quintana, where a reef approach narrows into a tunnel and rises into a vertical chimney. The site rewards calm buoyancy, clear line control, and comfort with a slightly enclosed route more than raw depth, with rock walls, reef structure, and steady Mediterranean marine life along the way.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
7m - 17m
Depth Note
The chimney rises from about 17 m at the bottom to about 7 m near the top, with the route entering through reef and tunnel sections.
Best Season
year-round
Typical Conditions
Boat-accessed reef, tunnel, and chimney profile with clear Mediterranean water, rock structure, and wall life that rewards controlled navigation.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
The tunnel and chimney create an overhead environment, so buoyancy, spacing, and line control matter more than speed.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access from Cala Blanca; this is not a casual shore-entry site, and the overhead section calls for guided entry.
Legal Notes
Use an authorized local dive center and follow the boat briefing for the chimney section.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for guided scuba dives with good buoyancy. Expect a short boat run, a reef approach, and a chimney segment that rewards line control.
Freediving
Not recommended as a freedive target because the route uses a boat entry and an overhead chimney section.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel target; the site's value is underwater chimney and tunnel structure rather than surface viewing.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Reef-to-tunnel-to-chimney route description from a local dive center.
Guided boat-dive framing and buoyancy-sensitive chimney navigation.
Balearic register of authorized recreational dive centers.
Official south-coast tourism page with clear-water and dive-site context.
Official Cala Blanca beach page with dive-school and access details.
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