Isla El Toro (Buoy 1)

Isla El Toro (Buoy 1) is a small offshore site near Mallorca, typically accessed from the coast by boat. The buoy marks a shallow to mid-depth area where seabed structures rise from the sandy bottom, creating a gentle wall and a series of small bommies and ledges. The site is suitable for drift or wall dives in moderate currents and is commonly used for training and check-out dives due to its straightforward entry and clear visibility. Expect Western Mediterranean reef-associated species such as damselfish, damselfish, grunts, wrasses, octopus, and the occasional moray eel, with opportunities to see posidonia meadows nearby. The site is commonly combined with other local reefs and can be influenced by day boat schedules from Palma Bay and nearby marinas. Access and conditions can vary with wind and sea state; divers should plan accordingly and follow local dive-center guidance.