Dive deep off Salou's coast and discover the El Cavour wreck at 52 meters, a top technical dive site known for its rich marine life and historic allure.
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Difficulty
expert
Duration
1.5–2 hours per dive
Fitness Level
Must be in excellent physical condition with high cardiovascular endurance and ability to remain calm under pressure
Wildlife
History
The El Cavour is a mid-20th century shipwreck now serving as an artificial reef and dive landmark in the Costa Dorada region.
Conservation
Local dive operators actively promote low-impact diving practices to protect fragile marine ecosystems around Salou’s wreck sites.
Nautic Parc Costa Daurada I Terres De L’Ebre
Dive deep off Salou's coast and discover the El Cavour wreck at 52 meters, a top technical dive site known for its rich marine life and historic allure.
Nautic Parc Costa Daurada I Terres De L’Ebre is a Salou-based nautical activity provider operating across the Costa Daurada and Terres de l’Ebre.
The operator lists a broad programme of maritime experiences including scuba diving and guided immersions, snorkel and guided snorkel routes, paddle surf and paddle yoga sessions, kayak routes, jet ski safaris, boat charters and yachting departures. Training and licensing courses appear in the catalogue, notably the Licencia de navegación CN Cambrils and other navigation courses offered in Cambrils. Fishing options are offered as coastal and river trips with departures noted from Riumar, Deltebre and Cambrils.
Adventure and family choices are included in the schedule, from banana boat and donut rides to parasailing and inflatable waterpark sessions. Several dive itineraries reference wrecks and named sites such as Dragonera, El Cavour and Barca d'en Robert, with activities running around L'Ametlla de Mar and Cambrils. The programme also lists guided natural routes through the Delta del Ebro, sunset cruises, tuna tours and oystering experiences.
Listings sometimes include extras such as underwater photography and hotel packages. Some activities specify expert instructors and include required equipment and safety briefings. Availability varies by season and location. Book early today.
Base Location
Salou, Catalunya
Central Costa Daurada access
Activities
Diving, paddle, kayak, boating, fishing
Multiple water experiences available
Training Courses
Licencia de Navegación CN Cambrils
Navigation and licensing instruction listed
Service Area
Costa Daurada & Delta del Ebro
Salou, Cambrils, L'Ametlla, Riumar
Reserve scuba dives, paddle surf sessions, boat charters or navigation courses now — availability varies by season and location.
Verify Advanced Certification
Ensure you hold the necessary technical diving certifications before attempting depths beyond 40 meters.
Use Redundant Air Systems
At these depths, a backup air supply is crucial for safety during extended bottom times.
Monitor Your Decompression Stops
Accurate timing and adherence to decompression protocols are mandatory to avoid decompression sickness.
Check Dive Conditions
Mediterranean currents and visibility can change; always review local conditions before your dive.
Technical Diving Rig
Provides required gas mixtures and redundancy for safe deep and decompression diving.
Dive Computer with Decompression Capability
Tracks depth and decompression stops precisely for safety at technical depths.
Dry Suit or Thick Wetsuit
Maintains thermal comfort in cooler Mediterranean water temperatures at depth.
spring;fall;winter
Underwater Torch
Enhances visibility in shadowed areas of the wreck and seabed.