Playa Chica Suggest edit

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

10.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

April to OctoberBest months

20.0–25.0 °CWater (summer)

17.0–21.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Playa Chica is a popular dive site located on the southern coast of Lanzarote, known for its clear waters and diverse marine life. It offers a variety of underwater landscapes, including rocky formations and sandy bottoms, making it suitable for divers of different experience levels.

The dive typically involves exploring the rocky outcrops and small caves, where divers can encounter a variety of fish species and other marine life. The site is accessible from the shore, allowing for easy entry and exit.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 20.0–25.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 17.0–21.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
Rock Sand Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions in the morning; focus on marine life around rocky structures.

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