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Dive Spot Guide•
Ullastre II
Boat-access Costa Brava seamount with gorgonian walls and fish life.
Middle Ullastre site off Calella de Palafrugell, dived by boat for its steep, gorgonian-covered rock and broad Mediterranean fish life.
About Ullastre II
Ullastre II is the middle of the Ullastres off Calella de Palafrugell, a boat-access Costa Brava seamount with steep gorgonian-covered slopes, rocky terraces, and small cavities that hold mixed Mediterranean life. Guided scuba works best here because the profile rewards a steady route across the terraces and outer faces, with good buoyancy control and a conservative turn.
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Research Estimate At Ullastre II
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is Ullastre II?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Ullastre II Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 53m
Depth Note
Shallow terraces start around 8m, with the main reef profile dropping to about 40m and the broader underwater mountain reaching roughly 53m.
Best Season
May to October
Typical Conditions
Calmer seas, warmer water, limited current, and decent visibility are the usual late-spring-to-early-autumn conditions.
Safety & Access At Ullastre II
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Restricted access
Safety Notes
A torch is recommended.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; local operator support is the normal route.
Legal Notes
Standard dive and boating rules apply; plan the site through a local operator.
Local Intel For Ullastre II
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat-led scuba suits Ullastre II best. Expect a steady route across gorgonian walls and terraces, with the strongest payoff for controlled buoyancy and a conservative turn.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target; the structure is better suited to scuba than breath-hold laps.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site; surface viewing is limited and the main structure sits below comfortable snorkel range.
Wildlife at Ullastre II
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Ullastre II
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Ullastre II
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
