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The Gorgonian (Wreck)
Tarifa wreck dive with gorgonians and strong current.
Boat-access Tarifa wreck on sandy bottom with gorgonians, a deeper profile, and an advanced current-aware plan.
About The Gorgonian (Wreck)
The Gorgonian (Wreck) is a Tarifa wreck dive on the Atlantic side near Los Lances beach where a side-lying cargo ship sits on sand and is covered with gorgonians. It is a serious current-aware outing that rewards good timing, trim, and dive teams comfortable managing a deeper wreck in open water. The wreck's cover and exposure make it one of Tarifa's more demanding boat dives.
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Research Estimate At The Gorgonian (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentStrong current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is The Gorgonian (Wreck)?
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Community sourced coordinates.
The Gorgonian (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
25m - 30m
Depth Note
Published wreck listings cluster around 25-31m, with other pages giving a 30m maximum and recommending nitrox for the dive.
Best Season
August through March is the main dive window commonly given for this wreck.
Typical Conditions
Sand-bottom wreck with gorgonians, conger eels, moray eels, and crabs, plus current that can become intense.
Safety & Access At The Gorgonian (Wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficRestricted accessStrong current
Safety Notes
Planned for advanced divers; nitrox is recommended.
Access Restrictions
Boat dive off Los Lances beach in Tarifa, with access and timing driven by the dive center and the day's conditions.
Legal Notes
Follow the operator's access plan and any anchor or line procedures they use; local wreck diving here is strongly condition-dependent.
Local Intel For The Gorgonian (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Advanced wreck diving with nitrox recommended; best for experienced divers who can manage current and depth.
Wildlife at The Gorgonian (Wreck)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At The Gorgonian (Wreck)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At The Gorgonian (Wreck)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
