Independent feature on Calpe diving beneath the Peñón de Ifach.
Relaxed south-face dive at Peñón de Ifach
Relaxed south-face dive at Peñón de Ifach
Local boat logistics keep the site simple and are the normal way to run it.
Tres Piedras is a calm, training-friendly boat dive on the south face of the Peñón de Ifach, with sandy patches, scattered rock, and enough small life to keep the profile interesting without feeling busy or technical. It suits relaxed boat days, refreshers, and mixed groups that want a simple scenic run.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 13m
Depth Note
Operator listings put Tres Piedras around 12-13 m, with broader Calpe references extending deeper in the same area.
Best Season
Late spring through early autumn; calm-weather windows are best.
Typical Conditions
Shallow rock-and-sand mix with gentle relief, easy training potential, and occasional surge or current on less settled days.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Check sea state before committing; the site is straightforward when settled but less forgiving when wind or swell picks up.
Access Restrictions
Use local boat access for the most practical entry and timing.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine and harbor rules; no special public restrictions surfaced.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Good for training, refreshers, and relaxed scenic dives with a beginner-friendly profile.
Freediving
Only a casual shallow option; scuba and snorkel are the stronger fits.
Snorkeling
Possible in calm conditions and especially useful for mixed groups.
Chill / Non-diver
A low-effort scenic stop when you want an easy water session rather than a hard-profile dive.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Independent feature on Calpe diving beneath the Peñón de Ifach.
Official Calpe tourism page for the nearby Cala El Racó area beneath the Peñón de Ifach.
Calpe dive operator page with site description and access details.
Independent community article about Calpe dive sites.
Les Basetes dive-center page for Calpe sites.
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