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Snorkeling at Racó del Conill
This famous naturist cove, located in the northern part of the municipality, lies discreetly nestled between the mountains and boasts excellent turquoise waters that are usually crystal-clear and teeming with marine life.
It’s a real treat to explore its sparkling depths, constantly flanked by schools of fish—including mojarras in the rocky areas, vast schools of salpas over Posidonia oceanica seagrass beds, and mabras, herreras, or pelayas on the glistening sandy bottoms—all landscapes we encounter on this underwater tour.
Entering from the tiny cove on the left, we immediately round the rocky point and glide over a stony seabed dotted with numerous holes and hiding spots for small fish.
If we continue parallel to the shoreline, without getting too close, we’ll pass through a landscape dominated by irregular rock formations that take on the colors of the algae carpeting them—algae that attract numerous species in search of food.
These rocks are interspersed with clumps of bright green posidonia, which is in excellent condition, and, further on, with sandy clearings.
As we approach the wall on the right—at the far end, where the submerged section is vertical—large, massive rocks begin to appear as we head toward the tip; these rocks sometimes cluster together, creating intriguing windows onto the blue. Here, the depth can reach -7 meters, so advanced snorkelers can enjoy thrilling descents.
On the way back, we'll stay closer to the coast, where the water gets shallower and we'll see patches of bare rock and small fish darting back and forth.
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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Talades Industrial Park, Lot 26, 03570 Villajoyosa, Alicante
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