

Best for beginner divers, 8-12m, shore entry, mild current.
La Restinga in El Hierro offers a diverse underwater environment featuring natural reefs, artificial structures, and cave formations. With an average depth of 10 metres, it is well-suited for beginner divers. The site provides shore access and mild currents, though divers should remain aware of surge and boat traffic near entry points. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 30 metres. Marine life includes common sightings of trumpetfish, European parrotfish, black moray, and giant doris. Divers may also encounter uncommon species such as eagle rays, dusky grouper, common octopus, great barracuda, conger eel, and slipper lobster. Night diving is available, providing an alternative perspective on the reef topography.
27.64050, -17.98020
The on-site dive shop handles air fills and equipment rental, so you can travel light, but book ahead in summer as the facility gets busy. Enter and exit away from the marked boat lanes, and check for swell before committing to a shore entry.
Located off the southern tip of El Hierro, accessible by boat from the fishing town of La Restinga.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-12m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Commonly sighted species include trumpetfish, European parrotfish, black moray, and giant doris. Less frequently, divers encounter eagle rays, dusky grouper, common octopus, great barracuda, conger eel, and slipper lobster.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its manageable depth range of 8 to 12 metres and mild currents.
The site features a depth range of 8 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
La Restinga is a shore-entry site, though boat charters and guided tours are available through local facilities.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow depth range of 8 to 12 metres makes the area accessible for those interested in exploring the marine reserve.
Diving at La Restinga in La Restinga requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near La Restinga in La Restinga. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at La Restinga in La Restinga. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
La Restinga in La Restinga typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at La Restinga in La Restinga typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.