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Independent La Herradura guide listing Punta del Vaporcillo as a shore entry with easy access.
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Punta del Vaporcillo
Easy shore-entry Mediterranean dive in Marina del Este.
Punta del Vaporcillo is a shore-access dive in Marina del Este, La Herradura, with an easy entry and a varied rocky seabed.
About Punta del Vaporcillo
Punta del Vaporcillo is a shore-entry dive in Marina del Este, La Herradura, with a rocky headland feel, sandy bottoms, crevices, grottos, and a wall decorated with orange astroid. It is described as an easy dive for all levels and suits beginner or refresher outings, with Mediterranean fish life, nudibranchs, moray eels, octopus, salps, and small groupers among the usual sightings.
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Research Estimate At Punta del Vaporcillo
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
Where Is Punta del Vaporcillo?
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Punta del Vaporcillo Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 18m
Depth Note
Maximum depth reported around 18 m.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered Mediterranean reef with cliffs, sand, crevices, grottos, and a mixed rocky bottom.
Safety & Access At Punta del Vaporcillo
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Includes crevices and grottos; maintain awareness of overhead areas and avoid entering spaces beyond training and equipment.
Access Restrictions
Shore entry from the beach; check local conditions before entering.
Local Intel For Punta del Vaporcillo
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Good for beginner and refresher dives, with a relaxed shore entry and plenty of structure to explore.
Wildlife at Punta del Vaporcillo
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Recent Logged Visits At Punta del Vaporcillo
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Punta del Vaporcillo
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
