

Best for beginner divers, 10-15m, shore entry, mild current.
La Cuevita is a shore-entry reef dive located in East and North Gran Canaria. The site features a reef structure with depths ranging from 10 to 15 metres, averaging 12 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 5 and 10 metres and water temperatures ranging from 20 to 24 degrees Celsius. The reef is also accessible for night diving. Divers should exercise caution regarding entanglement risks when navigating near overhangs and crevices. Parking is available at the site to facilitate a relaxed entry. Species recorded around this area include common octopus, great barracuda, marbled electric ray, European common cuttlefish, European parrotfish, drum, croaker, Turkish wrasse, trumpetfish, black moray, pufferfish, flatworm, round fantail stingray, crab, and bream.
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Watch your positioning around the reef structure, as there is a real entanglement risk if you drift too close to overhangs or crevices without controlling your depth first. Parking is available at the site, so you can arrive early, kit up at your own pace, and plan a relaxed entry.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
10-15m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
While not confirmed at this exact site, species recorded around this area include common octopus, great barracuda, marbled electric ray, European common cuttlefish, European parrotfish, drum, croaker, Turkish wrasse, trumpetfish, black moray, pufferfish, flatworm, round fantail stingray, crab, and bream.
Yes, La Cuevita is well-suited to beginner divers, offering mild currents and depths between 10 and 15 metres.
The site depth ranges from 10 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
La Cuevita is a shore-entry dive site with parking available nearby.
The site is primarily used for diving, though the shallow reef structure may be suitable for snorkelling depending on individual comfort and conditions.
Diving at La Cuevita in Gáldar requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at La Cuevita in Gáldar. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
La Cuevita in Gáldar typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at La Cuevita in Gáldar typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.