Los Cancajos

Volcanic lava flows, arches, and caves with abundant life.

- Access
18m Avg Depth
35m Max Depth

About this dive site

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.

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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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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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