Cueva Anklis/Churchdoor
One of the highlights of this dive is the Ariadne line, which allows for a thrilling penetration of up to 80 meters into the cave. As you gaze towards the open water from the bottom of the cave, you'll be captivated by the mesmerizing play of light.
The underwater world teems with an abundance of marine life. Glide among schools of colorful damselfish, barracudas, and white seabreams. Encounter graceful moray eels, mottled groupers, groupers, and ornate wrasses. Keep an eye out for octopuses and gilthead seabreams as well.
If you opt to start from the coast, head towards the open sea from Cala'n Forcat. Just at the end of the cove, you'll discover a vertical drop that plunges 18 meters deep. On the rocky bottom, groupers and moray eels are easy to spot. In the blue expanse, you can marvel at schools of damselfish, barracudas, and white seabreams. Venture further and you'll encounter rocks, ocean grass, and a sandy area known as El Arenal de las Chicharras. Here, you might even catch a glimpse of Dactylopterus volitans gracefully gliding around. Explore the cracks in the ground to find cardinalfish, morays, and lobsters.
While this dive offers incredible sights, it's important to note that sometimes there can be strong currents, which may pose a challenge. Nevertheless, the visibility is consistently excellent, allowing divers to fully appreciate the beauty of their surroundings.
Located in Spain, this dive site is conveniently close to Hotel Almirante Farragut, situated on Avinguda dels Delfins in Los Delfines, Cala en Blanes, Ciutadella, Menorca, Balearic Islands, 07769, Spain. With its stunning underwater landscape and diverse marine life, this dive is a must-visit for both beginner and advanced divers seeking an extraordinary adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Cueva Anklis/Churchdoor
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cueva Anklis/Churchdoor
Depth
19m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Cueva Anklis/Churchdoor
Wave Height
0.2m
Wind Speed
5.2 m/s
Water Temp
23.9°C
Visibility
4.18km
Cloud Cover
59%
Wave Period
3.15s
Air Temperature
18.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Cueva Anklis/Churchdoor
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.374033333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.2m, Wind 4.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 8.119047619047619/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Cueva Anklis/Churchdoor are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.2m (3.2s), Wind: 4.4 m/s
Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.18m, Wind: 4.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cueva Anklis/ChurchdoorAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cueva Anklis/Churchdoor
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Cueva Anklis/Churchdoor
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cueva Anklis/Churchdoor
Ideal Conditions for Cueva Anklis/Churchdoor
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
July
Visibility
14.7m / 48.2ft
January
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cueva Anklis/Churchdoor
Cueva Anklis/Churchdoor shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.1°C) and January the coldest (7.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026