Cala de Enmedio
A small hidden cove next to Agua Amarga, with white fossil dunes sculpted by the wind, crystal-clear rock pools and turquoise water. No road access: you get there on foot or by sea.
Cala de Enmedio: what you need to know
Fossil dunes and rock pools
What makes Cala de Enmedio unique are its rocks: ancient pale fossilised dunes, eroded into curious shapes, running into the water and forming small clear pools.
It’s a small, secluded cove, loved by people looking for peace and quiet, where naturism is also common.
Agua Amarga, next door
From the cove you can see Agua Amarga across the bay. If you go by land, you can have lunch in the village afterwards; if you come by boat from Carboneras, when you get back there’s our guide to where to eat in Carboneras.
How to get to Cala de Enmedio
Cala de Enmedio by boat from Carboneras
From Carboneras harbour we sail south along the natural park coast: Playa de los Muertos, Mesa Roldán, Agua Amarga and unspoilt coves like Cala de Enmedio. No hikes, no full car parks, with swimming stops when the sea allows. The exact route depends on the trip and sea conditions.
Reach Cala de Enmedio by sea
Book your trip from Carboneras harbour with just 20 %. Call or message us and we’ll tell you which trip suits you best.
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Photos of Cala de Enmedio
Questions about Cala de Enmedio
How do I get to Cala de Enmedio?
On foot from Agua Amarga (about 2 km, 30 minutes) or from the Cala del Plomo car park (about 20 minutes). Also by sea, by kayak or boat.
Are there any facilities?
No, it’s an unspoilt cove. Bring everything you need and take your rubbish with you.
Is it good for snorkelling?
Yes: the rocks at each end and the pools have very clear water.
Can I get to Cala de Enmedio by boat from Carboneras?
Yes. Our trips from Carboneras harbour sail along the Cabo de Gata coast. Book here or call us on 600 698 935.
More Cabo de Gata coves
Cala de San Pedro
One of the most famous coves in Cabo de Gata: fine sand, crystal-clear water, a ruined castle and a small green valley fed by its spring.
See the cove →
Cala del Plomo
A wide, wild cove between Agua Amarga and Las Negras, with blue-green water, a gentle entry into the sea and an almost lunar landscape around it.
See the cove →
Playa de los Muertos
For many, the most beautiful beach in Cabo de Gata, just round the corner from Carboneras harbour.
See the cove →Shall we sail together?
Shared trips, private charter or self-drive rental from Carboneras harbour.
- ✅ Book with just 20 %, pay the rest on board
- 🌦️ Bad weather? We change the date or refund you
- ⭐ 5.0 on Google · local skippers
Photos via Wikimedia Commons: MdeVicente (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Bo2s (CC0) · Dgalan (CC BY-SA 4.0).