Cap de Cala Figuera (lighthouse)
The lighthouse point that marks the western limit of the Bay of Palma. Below the cape a plateau and wall drop quickly to 20–25 m; Big Blue Diving mentions rock overhangs covered in coloured sponges that can be dived through and lists 22 m maximum. 220bars reports moray eels, octopus, scorpionfish and groupers in the cracks and barracuda schools in the blue. It is a cape site, so current comes and goes with wind and tide. Position estimated, for orientation only.
Facts
- Region: Mallorca & Cabrera (Balearic Islands)
- Area: Palma & Southwest
- Depth: 5–25 m
- Level: intermediate
- Current: moderate
- Type: wall, reef
- Coordinates: 39.4555, 2.5225 (approximate)
- Highlights: wall dropping fast below the lighthouse, overhangs with colourful sponges, barracuda and damselfish in the blue
- Tips: Plan the route to run with the current and return to the mooring with a margin; good buoyancy needed.