

Best for beginner divers, 20-25m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Charco Verde in La Palma offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a wall, cave, and reef. Suitable for beginners, the site reaches depths of 20 to 25 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain between 20 and 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access is possible via both shore and boat entries. Divers should exercise caution regarding buoyancy to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks. Be aware of potential boat traffic during entry and exit, and monitor for sea urchins and jellyfish. Arrive self-sufficient with all necessary equipment, including a surface marker buoy.
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March and December offer the most favourable conditions at this site, so plan your trip around those months if your schedule allows. Facilities are not confirmed, so arrive self-sufficient with a full tank and any surface marker buoy you may need for the boat-free entry.
Boat access is required for this site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Mar, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering a mild current that assists less experienced divers in managing their position while exploring the varied terrain.
The site reaches depths of 20 to 25 metres in its deeper sections.
The site supports both shore and boat entries.
March and December offer the most favourable conditions at this site.
Divers should avoid touching sharp coral and rocks, watch for sea urchins and jellyfish, and remain alert for boat traffic during entry and exit.
Diving at Charco Verde in La Palma requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Charco Verde in La Palma. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
Charco Verde in La Palma typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Charco Verde in La Palma typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.