

Best for intermediate divers, 15-26m, boat entry, moderate current.
Las Anclas is a boat-accessible dive site located off Corralejo, Fuerteventura, featuring a diverse topography of reef, wall, and cave structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 15 to 26 metres with consistent visibility of 30 metres. The site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents that can strengthen quickly, requiring solid buoyancy control and careful monitoring of conditions. Water temperatures fluctuate between 19 and 23 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers should coordinate with their boat operator to time dives around slack water and maintain close proximity to their buddy when navigating the various underwater features.
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Current at Las Anclas can strengthen quickly, so time your dive to coincide with the slacker period around tide changes and confirm conditions with your boat operator before gearing up. Facilities are unconfirmed, so sort any kit needs ashore before departure.
Access is via boat from Corralejo harbor.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-26m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-23°C
Current
Moderate
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate to strong currents and the need for precise buoyancy control.
The site features depths ranging from 15 to 26 metres.
Las Anclas requires a boat for access.
The main hazard is the current, which can strengthen quickly. Divers should monitor conditions closely and time their entry to coincide with slack water.
This site is designated for diving and requires boat access, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Las Anclas in Corralejo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Las Anclas in Corralejo. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 23°C.
Expect moderate currents at Las Anclas in Corralejo. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Las Anclas in Corralejo typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.