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Primary Pikatxilla site page with depth, current, and life notes.
Dive Spot Guide•
Pikatxilla
Boat-access wall dive off Donostia with a shallow ridge and current.
Plan Pikatxilla as a boat dive with anchor-line descent or drift control; the north wall drops fast, so it suits divers who like structure and current.
About Pikatxilla
Pikatxilla is a boat-access wall dive off Donostia and Pasaia, with a shallow ridge and steep faces that drop fast to the north and south. It is a current-driven site with anchor-line descents, wreck remains, and rich rocky-reef life, so it rewards careful gas management and a plan that matches the tide, sea state, and boat pickup.
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Research Estimate At Pikatxilla
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Pikatxilla?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Pikatxilla Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 32m
Depth Note
Ridge around 3–5 m deep; north face falls to 30–32 m and south face to 25–26 m.
Best Season
Summer and early autumn, when the sea is usually calmer and visibility is better.
Typical Conditions
East-west wall with a 3-5 m ridge, frequent currents, and an anchor-line descent on the east end.
Safety & Access At Pikatxilla
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Depth drops quickly from the ridge down the wall; plan gas and ascent accordingly.
Access Restrictions
Boat entry only; use the anchor line or planned pickup and stay within the current plan.
Local Intel For Pikatxilla
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Suited to wall diving with depths extending to around 32 m.
Freediving
Only the shallow ridge is suitable for short breath-hold attempts; the main wall is a scuba-first route.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the ridge and shallow top, not the main wall.
Wildlife at Pikatxilla
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Pikatxilla
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Pikatxilla
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility12m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
