

Best for beginner divers, 15-40m, shore entry.
Charco Azul is a shore-entry reef dive located off La Palma. The site topography ranges from 15 to 40 metres, requiring divers to monitor their depth according to their experience level. Conditions at this site are variable, with visibility occasionally dropping to three metres and currents that shift significantly. Divers should check local conditions before entering the water. Due to the lack of confirmed facilities, visitors must arrive self-sufficient with all necessary equipment, including a surface marker buoy. Thermal protection is recommended to manage water temperatures, which fluctuate between 22 and 27 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
28.81680, -17.78500
Check visibility and current conditions locally before committing to a dive, as both can shift considerably at this site. Facilities are not confirmed, so arrive self-sufficient with water, surface marker buoy, and any equipment you may need.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
15-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-27°C
While the site is accessible to beginners, the deeper sections reach 40 metres and are better suited for advanced divers. Beginners should remain in the shallower parts of the reef.
The site topography extends from 15 metres down to 40 metres.
Charco Azul is a shore-entry dive site.
Water temperatures range from 22 to 27 degrees Celsius, with monthly averages varying throughout the year.
Visibility can drop to three metres, and currents are variable. Divers should monitor their proximity to the reef and ensure they have appropriate thermal protection.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Charco Azul in San Andrés y Sauces. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 27°C.