This dive site is renowned for its dramatic underwater volcanic landscapes, featuring lava flows that have formed arches, swim-throughs, and caverns. The clear Atlantic waters and complex topography create a habitat for a rich variety of Canarian marine life, making it a favorite for photographers.
Los Cancajos
Volcanic lava flows, arches, and caves with abundant life.
- Access
18m Avg Depth
35m 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
Honeycomb Grouper
Octopus
Southern Eagle Ray
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Snowflake Moray
Yellowtail Damselfish
Trumpetfish
Southern Stingray
Anemone
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Shark
Barracuda
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Offers sheltered bays for beginners and deeper volcanic topography for advanced.
Hazards:
currentboat traffic
Current Strength:
Variable
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