This dive site offers a fascinating experience with one of Tenerife’s best-preserved wrecks. Located just a few meters off the coast of Tabaiba, this wreck rests at a depth of 30 meters. Due to its condition and depth, divers require an Advanced Open Water Diver certification or equivalent to explore it safely. The ship was intentionally sunk as an artificial reef, creating a vibrant habitat for marine life – attracting numerous species and providing a captivating dive experience.
El Peñón (Wreck of Tabaiba)
Excellent shore-access wreck dive on an artificial reef.
Shore Access
25m Avg Depth
32m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Garden Eel
Snowflake Moray
Octopus
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Barracuda
Trumpetfish
Yellowtail Damselfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Wreck depth of 30-32 meters requires advanced certification.
Hazards:
depthwreck overhead environment
Current Strength:
Mild
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