

Best for beginner divers, Up to 30m, boat entry, mild current.
El Coral is a reef and wall dive located off El Hierro in the Canary Islands. The site features a topography that descends from the surface to a maximum depth of 30 metres, allowing beginners to remain in shallower sections. Conditions are generally relaxed with mild currents and visibility reaching up to 30 metres. Water temperatures range between 20 and 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access to this site is by boat only. Divers should remain aware of boat traffic in the area and exercise caution regarding potential surf and rip currents during entry. Avoid contact with sharp rocks or coral structures while navigating the site.
27.64290, -17.97360
Dives can only be done when wind and waves are very mild as the area is directly exposed to trade winds.
Two minutes by boat from the port of La Restinga.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
Up to 30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, as the reef and wall structure allows newer divers to stay in shallower water while building confidence.
The site ranges from the surface down to a maximum depth of 30 metres.
El Coral is a boat-only dive site.
Water temperatures at El Coral range from 20 to 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
Divers should watch for boat traffic, avoid contact with sharp rocks or coral, and exercise caution during entry due to potential surf and rip currents.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Coral in La Restinga. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.