

Best for beginner divers, 5-17m, boat entry, mild current.
El Cabrón is a reef dive located off the coast of Gran Canaria. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 17 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain between 20 and 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access to the site is by boat, located 6000 metres from the shore. The site is suitable for beginners, though divers should be aware of potential entanglement hazards and maintain a marked surface buoy to remain visible to boat traffic. Guided tours and air fills are available through local dive shops.
28.15230, -15.70050
Stay aware of your surroundings near the reef structure, as entanglement is a listed hazard, so avoid loose equipment and keep your SPG and octopus clipped close. Guided tours are available on site and are a sensible choice for your first few dives here, as a local guide will know exactly where to find the rays and cephalopods hiding in the reef.
A 50-minute road trip from Puerto de Mogan leads to the site. Access involves a 2-minute walk to the shore or across rocks. Four-wheel-drive transfer is common.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-17m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and manageable depths.
The depth at this site ranges from 5 to 17 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
El Cabrón is a boat dive located 6000 metres from the shore.
Divers should use a marked surface buoy to remain visible to boat traffic and be cautious of entanglement hazards by keeping equipment secured.
Diving at El Cabrón in Arinaga requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Cabrón in Arinaga. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit El Cabrón in Arinaga are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
El Cabrón in Arinaga typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at El Cabrón in Arinaga typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.