El Santuario
Explore the depths of the sunken fish farm, a thrilling boat dive located off the coast of Spain. This dive site offers an exciting adventure for advanced and expert divers, showcasing the wonders of the underwater world.
At a maximum depth of 24 meters, this dive site boasts a remarkable metal structure that descends to a range of 12-14 meters. Nitrox divers will find this location ideal for their exploration.
As you navigate through the dive site, you will encounter a multitude of captivating marine life. Among the many holes, you will discover the elusive moray eels, conger eels, crabs, and prawns. Keep an eye out for octopuses, nudibranchs, and seahorses dwelling on the metal pipes at the bottom.
The structure comprises of nine open cubes, each with tubular shapes aligned with the cardinal points. With a combined length of approximately 50 meters, these paired cubes provide ample opportunities for divers to immerse themselves in a thriving ecosystem. Life flourishes within the lower tubes, as creatures dwell in the sand, the pipes themselves, and the various holes and crevices at the bottom. Expect to encounter shoals of sargos and possibly a school of barracudas or serviolas, which tend to frequent the NE side of the structure, both inside and outside its confines.
With a visibility of 11 meters, divers can fully appreciate the beauty and diversity of this dive site. Located near Urbanització les Vil·les, Arenys de Mar, Maresme, Barcelona, Catalonia, 08350, Spain, this underwater experience is easily accessible and promises an unforgettable adventure.
Embark on a journey into the underwater realm and uncover the hidden wonders of the sunken fish farm. Discover the allure of Spain's underwater treasures with this remarkable boat dive.
Diving Conditions Score for El Santuario
Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for El Santuario
Depth
24m
Visibility
11m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for El Santuario
Wave Height
0.38m
Wind Speed
1.5 m/s
Water Temp
25.4°C
Visibility
42.86km
Cloud Cover
81%
Wave Period
4.55s
Air Temperature
27.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for El Santuario
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.828233333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.48m, Wind 1.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 9.149275362318843/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at El Santuario 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: 9.8/10
Waves: 0.48m (4.8s), Wind: 1.9 m/s
Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.38m, Wind: 1.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for El SantuarioAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at El Santuario
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 El Santuario
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for El Santuario
Ideal Conditions for El Santuario
Water Temp
26.0°C / 78.8°F
July
Visibility
18.5m / 60.7ft
January
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for El Santuario
El Santuario shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.0°C) and January the coldest (5.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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 21, 2026