El Bajón Suggest edit

Spain Suggest · Santa Cruz de Tenerife Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

AdvancedRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

April to OctoberBest months

22.0–26.0 °CWater (summer)

18.0–22.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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El Bajón is a renowned dive site located off the coast of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain. It features a submerged volcanic cone that attracts a diverse range of marine life, making it popular among divers.

The dive typically involves exploring the underwater topography of the volcanic cone, with opportunities to see various fish species, octopuses, and sometimes larger pelagic species. The site is known for its vibrant marine ecosystem and interesting geological formations.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 22.0–26.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 18.0–22.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand reef Suggest edit

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