This dive site showcases a spectacular submerged volcanic landscape, a result of lava flows meeting the ocean. Divers can explore dramatic basalt formations, arches, and swim-throughs teeming with a mix of Atlantic and subtropical marine life.
Malpique
Dramatic submerged volcanic landscape with abundant marine life.
Boat Access
20m Avg Depth
40m 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
Brought to you by Black Sand Diving - La Palma
Plan Your Visit
volcanic landscapewall diveswim-throughmacro photographywide angleintermediate
Marine Life
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Snowflake Moray
Octopus
Reef Manta Ray
Shark
Dusky Grouper
Trumpetfish
Common Stingray
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Can have depth and moderate currents, requiring good buoyancy control.
Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:
Moderate
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