Playa de 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

10.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

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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Playa de Los Cancajos is a popular dive site located on the eastern coast of Tenerife, known for its rich marine life and varied underwater topography. The site features rocky formations, sandy bottoms, and a diverse array of marine species, making it suitable for divers of different experience levels.

Diving at Playa de Los Cancajos offers opportunities to explore underwater caves, swim through rocky arches, and observe schools of fish. The site is characterized by its clear waters and vibrant marine ecosystem, including octopuses, rays, and various reef fish.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None 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:
sand rock reef Suggest edit

Photo tips

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

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