

Best for intermediate divers, 10-15m, shore entry, mild current.
La Capilla is a marine dive site located in La Palma, Canary Islands, offering a combination of cavern, cave, and reef topography. Divers can expect an average depth of 10 metres, with the site ranging between 10 and 15 metres. Access is via a shore entry, and the site is suited for intermediate divers. Conditions typically feature mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. The site includes overhead environments, which present specific hazards alongside potential low visibility. Typical dive times are approximately 40 minutes. Parking and dive shop facilities are available nearby to support visiting divers.
28.64950, -17.75670
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Recorded at this site
Depth
10-15m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Year-round
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of overhead environments and cave systems.
The site has an average depth of 10 metres, with a total depth range between 10 and 15 metres.
La Capilla is accessed via a shore entry.
Water temperatures range from 20C in February and March to 24C in August, September, and October.
Divers should be prepared for overhead environments within the caves and caverns, as well as the potential for low visibility.
Diving at La Capilla in Santa Cruz de La Palma requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at La Capilla in Santa Cruz de La Palma. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit La Capilla in Santa Cruz de La Palma are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.