This dive site is ideal for those looking to begin their scuba diving journey or simply refresh their skills. It offers a sheltered bay teeming with diverse marine life, including seahorses, rays, and angel sharks. The maximum depth of the area ranges from 5 to 7 meters. A Discover Scuba Divers qualification is required to participate.
Playa Chica Bay
Famous sheltered bay, perfect for beginners and macro life.
Shore Access
15m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Excellent
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Brought to you by CID Lanzarote
Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Honeycomb Grouper
Ray
Octopus
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Southern Eagle Ray
Nudibranch
Yellowtail Damselfish
Ornate Wrasse
Common Stingray
Barracuda
Shark
Seahorse
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow bay for beginners, with a deep drop-off nearby for advanced divers.
Hazards:
boat trafficdepth
Current Strength:
Mild
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