

Best for beginner divers, 6-17m, boat entry, mild current.
Perchel Caves is a marine dive site located off the coast of East and North Gran Canaria. The topography consists of a combination of caves, walls, and drop-offs, reaching depths between 6 and 17 metres with an average of 12 metres. Access to this site is by boat only, situated 12 kilometres from the shore. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 25 metres. The site is suitable for beginners, though the overhead environment presents a specific hazard. Species recorded around this area include European parrotfish, pufferfish, trumpetfish, Turkish wrasse, bream, and various crabs. Other species occasionally noted in the region include great barracuda, common octopus, and round fantail stingray.
27.83120, -15.78530
The site features a small cave with an entrance populated by stingrays, sergeant majors, and snappers.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
6-17m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Species recorded around this area include European parrotfish, pufferfish, trumpetfish, Turkish wrasse, bream, and crabs. Less frequently observed species in the region include great barracuda, common octopus, and round fantail stingray.
Yes, Perchel Caves is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth at Perchel Caves ranges from 6 to 17 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Perchel Caves requires boat access and is located 12 kilometres from the shore.
Hazards at this site include the overhead environment of the caves, potential strong currents, and the presence of sharks in the region.
Diving at Perchel Caves in Mogán requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Perchel Caves in Mogán. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
Perchel Caves in Mogán typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Perchel Caves in Mogán typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.