

Best for beginner divers, 11m, shore entry, mild current.
El Tunel in La Palma is a combined reef and cave dive site accessible from the shore. The site maintains a consistent depth of approximately 11 metres and is suitable for beginners. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging between 20 and 30 metres. Marine life recorded at the site includes common crabs, bream, and less frequently encountered species such as European common cuttlefish, common octopus, pufferfish, trumpetfish, arrow crab, Turkish wrasse, European parrotfish, cleaver wrasse, bluebottle, grunt, tompot blenny, and eleven-armed sea star. Night diving is also available at this location, with water temperatures fluctuating between 20C and 24C throughout the year.
28.64710, -17.75730
Recorded at this site
Depth
11m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Divers frequently encounter crabs and bream. Less common sightings include European common cuttlefish, common octopus, pufferfish, trumpetfish, arrow crab, Turkish wrasse, European parrotfish, cleaver wrasse, bluebottle, grunt, tompot blenny, and eleven-armed sea star.
Yes, El Tunel is suitable for beginner divers.
The site has an average depth of 11 metres.
Yes, El Tunel is a shore entry dive site.
While primarily a dive site, the shallow 11-metre depth and shore access make it potentially suitable for snorkelling depending on individual experience.
Diving at El Tunel in Los Cancajos requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Tunel in Los Cancajos. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
El Tunel in Los Cancajos typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at El Tunel in Los Cancajos typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.