

Best for intermediate divers, 9-33m, shore entry, moderate current.
El Cabrón in the Canary Islands is a diverse marine site featuring a combination of reefs, caves, drop-offs, and walls. Divers can explore various routes across this topography, which reaches depths between 9 and 33 metres with an average of 21 metres. The site is accessed from the shore and is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and potential hazards including surf, entanglement risks, and overhead environments. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres, with water temperatures fluctuating between 19C and 23C throughout the year. Parking is available at the site, and night diving is permitted.
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The area has over ten main dive routes, with some suitable for beginners and others for experts.
Reached from El Cabrón beach, one kilometre from Arinaga town.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-33m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
19-23°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Mar, Dec
The site ranges from 9 to 33 metres deep, with an average depth of 21 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents, overhead environments, and potential surf.
Access to the dive site is via a shore entry.
The best months to visit are March and December.
Diving at El Cabrón in Arinaga requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Cabrón in Arinaga. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 23°C.
The best months to visit El Cabrón in Arinaga are March and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at El Cabrón in Arinaga. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at El Cabrón in Arinaga typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.