

Best for intermediate divers, 10-50m, shore entry, mild current.
El Fraile is a reef and wall dive site located off the coast of La Palma. The site features a depth range of 10 to 50 metres, with an average depth of 38 metres. Divers access the site from the shore, encountering mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. Water temperatures remain between 20C and 23C throughout the year. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and supports night diving. Hazards include the significant depth, sharp coral, and potential surf at the entry point. Species recorded around this area include common octopus, European common cuttlefish, dusky grouper, arrow crab, Turkish wrasse, European parrotfish, trumpetfish, pufferfish, black moray, cleaner shrimp, oceanic triggerfish, round fantail stingray, conger eel, and various crabs.
28.61452, -17.75350
At low tide, the bottom of the ladder may be three to four metres from the water, so take precautions.
There is a small ladder down the steep rock to help get into the sea.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-50m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
20-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include common octopus, European common cuttlefish, dusky grouper, arrow crab, Turkish wrasse, European parrotfish, trumpetfish, pufferfish, black moray, cleaner shrimp, oceanic triggerfish, round fantail stingray, conger eel, and various crabs.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to its depth and environmental conditions.
The site ranges from 10 to 50 metres in depth, with an average depth of 38 metres.
El Fraile is a shore entry dive site.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the depth and conditions are better suited for scuba activities.
Diving at El Fraile in La Palma requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Fraile in La Palma. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 23°C.
El Fraile in La Palma typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at El Fraile in La Palma typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.