

Best for intermediate divers, 10-24m, boat entry, mild current.
Ray Bank is an artificial reef located 8300 metres off the coast of East and North Gran Canaria. This boat-only dive site ranges from 10 to 24 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres. Divers should be aware that currents can strengthen without warning, and the site requires careful monitoring of depth and nitrogen levels. Due to the potential for strong currents, it is recommended to stay close to the structure where the flow is reduced. A boat pick-up is the only exit, necessitating clear communication with the skipper regarding surface-marker-buoy protocols.
27.71950, -15.65400
Current can strengthen without much warning at this site, so confirm conditions with the dive shop before heading out and stay close to the structure where flow is reduced. A boat pick-up is your only exit, so agree on a signal and surface-marker-buoy protocol with your skipper before descending.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
10-24m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
The site supports a resident population including great barracuda, trumpetfish, common octopus, European common cuttlefish, European parrotfish, and Turkish wrasse.
No, this site is classified as an intermediate dive requiring Open Water certification.
The site depth ranges from 10 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only dive located 8300 metres from the shore.
No, this is a boat-based dive site intended for scuba diving.
Diving at Ray Bank in Maspalomas requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ray Bank in Maspalomas. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 24°C.
Ray Bank in Maspalomas typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ray Bank in Maspalomas typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.