Cravo Fora

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A circle of stones on top of a maine stone slab at a maximum depth of 18 meters in the deepest part and 14 meters at the top of the reef. A place for all types of divers, whether Open Water or more advanced.

Immense specimens of fish inhabit the recesses and crevices that give life to this dive. stargazers, morays, crabs, sea bream, sapphires, daffodils, and many other specimens.

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Wildlife Species

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SSI Training Centers

17m / 56ft

Max. Depth

beginner

Level

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