Volcanic/ReserveÁrea Marina Protegida

Alboran Island

Spain · Alboran Sea
Profundidad: 5–40 mNivel: Advanced Open WaterMay-October

A volcanic islet in the westernmost stretch of the Mediterranean, where it connects with the Atlantic through the Strait of Gibraltar. That position on a biogeographic frontier explains its distinctive marine community.

Depth

5–40 m

Recommended level

Advanced Open Water

Average visibility

25 m

Water temperature

20 °C

Current

Strong

Access

Boat

Best time

May-October

Recommended certification

Advanced Open Water

Approx. price

60 USD / dive

Plan your dive

Best time
May-October
Approx. price
60 USD / dive

A Spanish volcanic islet out in the western Mediterranean, a meeting point for Atlantic and Mediterranean wildlife.

Protection status

Reserva Marina de Interés Pesquero de la Isla de Alborán (1.650 ha: 695 de reserva integral y 955 de amortiguación)

Sources consulted: MAPA - Reservas Marinas de España; Fundación Aquae; FAO-GFCM (MedPAN)

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131 species documented in Alboran Island

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Ecosystem

Volcánico

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