DIVING IN THE HORSESHOE
Guide to the dip points in the horseshoe
Diving in La Herradura is one of the most interesting underwater experiences in the Spanish Mediterranean. This area of the Tropical Coast of Granada It stands out for its marine biodiversity, varied seabeds and the possibility of diving all year round thanks to its areas sheltered from the wind.
In this guide you will discover the best dive sites in La Herradura, What you can see in each one, difficulty, depth and recommendations to plan your perfect dive.
Why dive in La Herradura?
Marine diversity and richness
The waters of La Herradura combine Mediterranean and Atlantic influences, creating an ecosystem rich in species such as nudibranchs, octopuses, conger eels, schools of fish, candelabra corals and pelagic life.
Diving all year round
Thanks to its geography, there is always a dive site protected from the wind, allowing diving at almost any time of year.
Ideal for all levels
La Herradura offers dives for both beginner divers (shallow areas) and advanced divers (vertical walls and deeper points).
The best diving spots in La Herradura
THE LUNG
El Pulmón is a calm and very rewarding dive site, ideal for beginner dives, courses, and divers who want to enjoy marine life without great depths. Its rocky bottoms and mixed areas offer numerous hiding places to observe typical Mediterranean fauna.
During the dive, it's common to find octopuses, nudibranchs, and perfectly camouflaged bottom-dwelling fish. Thanks to its gentle profile and generally good visibility, El Pulmón is a highly recommended dive site for underwater photography, relaxed diving, and for those who want to gain confidence underwater.
Recommended level: Open Water
Difficulty: Easy
Depth: From 5 to 12 months
Featured marine life: Octopuses, nudibranchs, salps, electric rays, ratfish, scorpionfish, sole, seahorses and schools of fish.
THE TUBES
Los Tubos is one of the most popular and accessible dive sites in La Herradura, perfect for Open Water divers and those seeking a relaxed yet comprehensive shallow dive. The seabed combines rocky areas with natural structures that provide refuge for a wide variety of marine life.
It's common to find octopuses, nudibranchs, and camouflaged fish like scorpionfish and flounders, as well as schools of salema porgies and migrating fish. Its shallow depth allows for long bottom times, making it an ideal dive site for leisurely enjoyment and improving skills like buoyancy control.
Recommended level: Open Water
Difficulty: Easy
Depth: From 5 to 12 months
Featured marine life: Octopuses, nudibranchs, salps, electric rays, ratfish, scorpionfish, sole, seahorses and schools of fish.
The Little Cove
La Calita is one of the most comprehensive dive sites in La Herradura, ideal for both Open Water and advanced divers. Its route combines shallow and deeper areas with rock formations full of crevices, allowing the dive to be adapted to the group's skill level. It stands out for its rich biodiversity and is highly valued by underwater photographers.
This dive is only done when boat dives are available.
Recommended level: Open Water / Advanced
Difficulty: Easy – Medium
Depth: Up to ~36 m
Featured marine life: Nudibranchs, octopuses, conger eels, moray eels, hake, schools of fish and, occasionally, ocean sunfish (Cool cool).
Stone of Man
Piedra del Hombre, also known as El Salto. The dive takes you around large rock formations teeming with marine life, especially schools of fish. It's a calm dive, perfect for enjoying uncomplicated diving and for those who want to gain experience in a safe environment.
Recommended level: Open Water
Difficulty: Easy
Depth: Up to ~18 m
Featured marine life: Schools of fish, octopuses, conger eels, nudibranchs and typical Mediterranean rock fauna.
Each day, our team selects the dive to be carried out taking into account the weather conditions of the day and the safety of the divers.
