Ibiza is one of the places in Spain that stands out for its small coves, bays and corners suitable for the practice of water sports such as snorkeling. The seabed of the island, moreover, is particular for the posidonia meadows whose functions are essential for the island’s sea to retain its crystalline appearance.
To practice free divingibiza has several enclaves where you can appreciate this plant, whose meadows have been declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco, and many other Mediterranean species such as castanets, sea urchins, starfish or octopus, among others.
In addition, during the summer season the marine life is enriched and the sea temperature, located around 20 degrees, is ideal for diving and snorkeling to discover the underwater depths of the island.
Punta Galera
Archive image of Punta Galera. | D.I. editorial office. eivissa
The punta Galera coves are located at the foot of a cliff of steep geology located in the municipality of Sant Antoni, in the vicinity of Cala Salada. The crystalline waters of the area and the rocky bottom are ideal for snorkeling, being cautious when walking on the seabed generally formed by stones.
Es Canaret
An image of es Canaret
This cove is located in the north of the island, near Cala Xarraca, in the municipality of Sant Joan. The nook is one of the best to dive for its turquoise sea and observe the species of the area. In addition, the place has several fishermen’s houses typical of Ibiza.
Es Portitxol
The cove of es Portitxol, in Sant Miquel. R. J. Palomo
The beach of es Portitxol, surrounded by dry docks, is ideal for snorkeling and also for a walking route along the coast, which from the parking lot takes an average of one hour. The arrival at the cove offers spectacular views from the road.
The waters of es Portitxol, whose depths are full of rocks, hide a very rich marine biodiversity just a few meters from the coast.
Porroig
Image of the bay of Porroig JA RIERA
This cove of Sant Josep is another of the special sites of the island for amateur free diving. The seabed is also rocky and has several dry docks very typical of the Balearic coves. The paths belonging to the small bay and adjacent to the cove are a beautiful part of the island to explore.
Pla Mill
This corner is located in the platja d’en Bossa area. Paulo Peixoto, nautical instructor of a diving center in Ibiza, recommends this enclave for snorkeling. “You can find many marine species typical of Ibiza at very shallow depths”, he explains, “you can also observe the posidonia meadow”.
The instructor, in addition, makes a few recommendations to keep in mind when practicing this activity:
Do not put yourself in areas of passage of boats. Carry a marker buoy that can be seen on the surface (which is also mandatory). To go with a specialized company.
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