Los Cancajos Suggest edit

Spain Suggest · Santa Cruz de Tenerife Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended 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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Los Cancajos is a popular dive site located on the eastern coast of La Palma, known for its diverse marine life and clear waters. The site features rocky formations and sandy bottoms, providing a variety of habitats for underwater exploration.

Dives at Los Cancajos typically involve exploring underwater rock formations, caves, and the vibrant marine ecosystem. Divers can expect to see a variety of fish species, invertebrates, and occasionally larger marine animals. The site is suitable for both beginners and experienced divers, with options for shallow and deeper dives.

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:
rock sand coral Suggest edit

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Best lighting conditions are during midday; use wide-angle lenses for capturing marine life.

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