The 12 best beaches to anchor on the Costa Blanca

1. Cala Granadella

Cala Granadella, in Jávea, is a small beach considered one of the best in Spain and one of the busiest in the summer.
It is located two kilometers from Cabo de la Nao and is 200 meters long.
Its beach is gravel and is surrounded by two pine ravines. It is the ideal place to do water sports such as scuba diving or snorkeling and explore its crystal-clear seabed.



Anchoring can be done safely at the exit of the cove, outside the buoy line. To enter through the cliff you have to be careful with the waves.
One of the drawbacks of this cove is the overcrowding of people in the summer.

2. Cabo de la Nao

Cabo de la Nao is located between cliffs. In it we can find the great Orgens cave and if you have a boat apart from your boat, you can enter and appreciate it, but with great care due to the low height it has.



It is characterized by its islets, the vegetation it has and its crystalline turquoise waters.
It is the perfect place to immerse yourself in its waters and practice different water activities.

3. Portitxol Island

It is a wide cove that stands out for its transparent and turquoise waters. Don't leave without snorkeling or scuba diving because they are sea beds and their marine fauna will not leave you indifferent.



It is an ideal place to anchor and have a good time with friends and family. It is one of the favorite sites for sailors who have a boat.

4. Cabo de Santa Pola

The coves found on this cape are located in a special protection area, which means they have great environmental and landscape value.
Among them, the natural coves of l'Aljub stand out, 830 meters long, and the Calas del Cuartel, 1591 meters long and located next to the Sand Terrace.



Anchoring in these coves is ideal. Its waters are clear and crystalline, perfect for water sports such as diving or snorkeling.

5. Cala Moraig

Moraig cove is a small cove located in Benitachell, near Granadella cove. The erosion of the waves and the dissolution of seawater on the high-altitude limestone rocks have made this place impressive
It is located near a large cliff and next to it is the Cova dels Arcs, a cave where currents of salt water and fresh water meet where thermal changes and impressive visual effects occur. Two large limestone cliffs near the sea are the Puig Llorensa and the Cumbres del Sol.



It is a very popular cove for anchoring and scuba diving. Enjoy this quiet cove lying on a sailboat or other type of boat while observing its beautiful landscape.

6. Cala Foradada

Cala Foradada, whose name is given by a large rock pierced by water, is located in Vinarós. It is one of the best coves on the Costa Blanca to go with the family.



It is a very good place to anchor a small boat. The beach is easy to access, its waters are crystal clear and you have the possibility of exploring the coast and bathing under the rock that gives it its name.


7. La Caleta Beach

Playa La Caleta, also known as Cala Higuera is a slightly hidden corner that you will have to access with a boat.
This beach with turquoise waters is surrounded by cliffs and rocks. You can visit the town ofLa Vila Joiosa.
It is a perfect place to do diving or snorkeling and see the seabed whenever the sea is calm.




8. Cabo de las Huertas

Cabo de las Huertas is located between Playa de San Juan and Playa de la Albufereta. It is made up of four coves: La Calita, Cala de la Palmera, Cala Cantalar and Cala de los Judios.
All of these coves stand out for their small size, their combination of rock and sand, and the tranquility that is felt throughout their surroundings.
Its crystal clear waters allow you to practice all types of water sports such as diving, surfing, paddle surfing, etc.



For all this, visitors choose it every year when they want to escape the hustle and bustle and the crowded beaches.

9. Cala de la Almadrava

Cala de Almadrava is located next to Cala del Tío Ximo, in the bay of Albufereta. It is a cove of sand and rocks that is located at the foot of the Sierra Helada.
It is a very good place to anchor and practice some water sports such as paddle surfing, diving, water skiing... or simply take a leisurely swim and spend a day with friends or family.



It turns out to be the perfect option for summer days since it is located in a unique natural environment.

10. Cala del Penyal

It is a small cove 100 meters long that is located near the Peñón de Ifach.
It is perfect for those seeking tranquility and wanting to get away from the crowded beaches.



Due to its location and the interesting seabed it hides, it is a perfect cove for practicing water sports such as diving and fishing.

11. Baladrar Creek

This 150 meter long cove is characterized by not having sand and being isolated from urban centers. Cala Baladrar is surrounded by pine trees that stand out and almost reach the sea.
Its clean, turquoise waters allow the practice of water sports such as sailing and scuba diving.



El Baladrar ends in a 30-meter cliff and is protected from the easterly winds. It has little depth.
La Vila Joiosa.
It is a perfect place to do diving or snorkeling and see the seabed whenever the sea is calm.




8. Cabo de las Huertas

Cabo de las Huertas is located between Playa de San Juan and Playa de la Albufereta. It is made up of four coves: La Calita, Cala de la Palmera, Cala Cantalar and Cala de los Judios.
All of these coves stand out for their small size, their combination of rock and sand, and the tranquility that is felt throughout their surroundings.
Its crystal clear waters allow you to practice all types of water sports such as diving, surfing, paddle surfing, etc.



For all this, visitors choose it every year when they want to escape the hustle and bustle and the crowded beaches.

9. Cala de la Almadrava

Cala de Almadrava is located next to Cala del Tío Ximo, in the bay of Albufereta. It is a cove of sand and rocks that is located at the foot of the Sierra Helada.
It is a very good place to anchor and practice some water sports such as paddle surfing, diving, water skiing... or simply take a leisurely swim and spend a day with friends or family.



It turns out to be the perfect option for summer days since it is located in a unique natural environment.

10. Cala del Penyal

It is a small cove 100 meters long that is located near the Peñón de Ifach.
It is perfect for those seeking tranquility and wanting to get away from the crowded beaches.



Due to its location and the interesting seabed it hides, it is a perfect cove for practicing water sports such as diving and fishing.

11. Baladrar Creek

This 150 meter long cove is characterized by not having sand and being isolated from urban centers. Cala Baladrar is surrounded by pine trees that stand out and almost reach the sea.
Its clean, turquoise waters allow the practice of water sports such as sailing and scuba diving.



El Baladrar ends in a 30-meter cliff and is protected from the easterly winds. It has little depth.