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Dive Spot Guide•
Playa Fosil
Compact stone-bar reef off Cambrils.
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate
Local operator required
Local dive-shop support is the normal way to plan the site and manage the boat entry.
Boat dive off Cambrils with stone bars, cracks and steady Mediterranean structure.
About Playa Fosil
Playa Fosil is a stone-bar reef off Cambrils with cracks, mixed rock and sandy gaps, giving it a compact profile that works well as a local boat dive rather than a long expedition. The site is known for its structure and for the variety of Mediterranean life around the bars.
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Research Estimate At Playa Fosil
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
Where Is Playa Fosil?
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Playa Fosil Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 19m
Depth Note
The site tops out around 17 m and reaches about 19.8 m on the deepest section.
Best Season
Year-round; Cambrils has mild conditions and steady nautical activity.
Typical Conditions
Stone-bar reef off Cambrils with mixed rock, sand and posidonia patches.
Safety & Access At Playa Fosil
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Entanglement risk
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight over the bars and cracks, and carry a torch for the rockier sections. Choose settled sea conditions for the easiest run.
Access Restrictions
Boat access through local dive operators; use the minimum qualification recommended for the site.
Legal Notes
Follow the operator's boat procedures and any local marine rules that apply to the Cambrils coast.
Local Intel For Playa Fosil
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A moderate-depth boat dive with structure and marine life, best suited to divers comfortable with buoyancy and navigation.
Playa Fosil Dive Conditions Planner
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Playa Fosil Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Playa Fosil Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
glupsdiving.com · Operator
Local Cambrils operator page with site-specific depth and qualification guidance.
www.buscabuceo.com · Directory
Independent dive-directory entry for the Tarragona-area site.
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