Snorkeling at Puntes del Moro

Just south of town, we find this excellent cove with easy parking and a beach bar where we can cool off. It’s a rocky cove—not too crowded but charming—with clear waters and a welcoming seabed.

 

Although this entire stretch of coastline is open to visitors, we’ll show you the section to the right of the beach bar as you face the sea. Access is easy, and as soon as you enter the water, you’ll notice medium-sized rocks generously covered with reddish seaweed—though their color varies depending on the season—as well as Padiva pavonica, a whitish, flower-like seaweed.

Further on, there are sandy areas, sometimes dotted with rocks and bordered by clusters of small stones, where we might spot a small, well-hidden octopus.

Across from the beach bar is where we find the most rocky areas, sometimes in the form of elongated ledges that create small overhangs—it’s fun to peer out from them.

Here, too, there are patches of Posidonia that alternate with Cymodocea seagrass beds, over which schools of salps swim, and, during certain seasons—especially in late summer and early fall—groups of juvenile spiny seabream.

This is the perfect place to visit with children, as the shallow water and the variety of scenery and wildlife will ensure they enjoy a wonderful time in the water.

Further information:

We recommend respecting the marine environment, refraining from removing any flora or fauna, and exercising extreme caution while snorkeling and when accessing rocky areas. Always check sea conditions and the flag system before beginning the activity.

Special thanks to Rafa Martos.

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Snorkeling at Puntes del Moro in images

Practical Information

ADDRESS
Partida Puntes del Moro, 03570 La Vila Joiosa, Alicante
SCHEDULE
OPEN ALL YEAR
TELEPHONE
966851371
EMAIL
turismo@villajoyosa.es
CONTACT PERSON
La Vila Joiosa Tourist Information
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