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Official Xàbia dive guide listing Portitxol Norte.
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Portitxol Norte
Intermediate boat dive with barracuda and nudibranchs
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Boat access, a rocky mid-depth section, and current sensitivity make Portitxol Norte a good fit for intermediate scuba and patient wildlife scanning.
About Portitxol Norte
Portitxol Norte is a boat-access rocky dive with a shallow working level and a clear move into the mid-depth reef system. The route suits intermediate scuba, with big barracuda schools on the move and small nudibranchs tucked into the rocks, so it rewards steady buoyancy, slow scanning of the terrain, and a controlled return plan.
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Research Estimate At Portitxol Norte
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Portitxol Norte?
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Portitxol Norte Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
14m - 20m
Depth Note
The route steps down through a mid-depth rocky system and tops out at a shallow working level.
Best Season
Year-round; calmer seas and clearer water are the usual warm-season advantage.
Typical Conditions
Boat-run rocky system with a mid-depth working zone and a current-sensitive route.
Safety & Access At Portitxol Norte
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Keep a firm profile and do not commit to the route if current or wind rises. This site is better for disciplined intermediate scuba than improvisation.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; not a casual shore swim.
Legal Notes
Follow the dive center briefing and any local marine-access or anchoring rules for the Portitxol area.
Local Intel For Portitxol Norte
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A rocky-system dive profile with a route around 14 m and a maximum depth near 20 m.
Freediving
Freediving is not the main use case here; the boat-run rocky profile and current make this an advanced-only choice.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the interesting section sits too deep for casual surface viewing.
Wildlife at Portitxol Norte
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Portitxol Norte
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Portitxol Norte
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
