El Calamareo Suggest edit

Spain Suggest · Las Palmas Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

MildSurge

45 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

22.0–26.0 °CWater (summer)

18.0–22.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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El Calamareo is a popular dive site located on the eastern coast of Fuerteventura, known for its rich marine life and varied underwater topography. The site features rocky formations, sandy bottoms, and vibrant reefs, making it suitable for divers of different skill levels.

Diving at El Calamareo offers the chance to explore diverse marine ecosystems, with opportunities to see schools of fish, octopuses, and various invertebrates. The underwater landscape includes both rocky areas and sandy patches, providing a dynamic diving experience.

Conditions

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

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rocky sandy reef Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting during midday, macro photography opportunities in rocky areas

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