

Best for advanced divers, 15-30m, boat entry, mild current.
El Ascensor is a volcanic lava tube and wall dive located off the coast of Costa Teguise. The site features a distinctive cavern known as Skulls Cave, named for its unique rock formations. Divers typically explore depths between 15 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres. Marine life observed here includes common sightings of bream, alongside less frequent encounters with common octopus, marbled electric rays, common stingrays, European common cuttlefish, giant doris, wrasses, Turkish wrasse, cleaner shrimp, Mediterranean cardinalfish, Madeira rockfish, tompot blenny, Canary damsel, and various crabs. This site requires boat access and is suitable for advanced divers due to the overhead environment and depth.
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When swimming above the sand, observe carefully as angelsharks, torpedo rays, and stingrays are common.
Land access.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-22°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Divers regularly encounter bream, while less frequent sightings include common octopus, marbled electric rays, common stingrays, European common cuttlefish, giant doris, wrasses, cleaner shrimp, and various rockfish and blennies.
No, El Ascensor is intended for advanced divers due to the overhead environment of the lava tube and the depths involved.
The site ranges from 15 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 22 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat charter is required to access the site.
No, this site is a deep cave and wall dive designed for scuba diving.
Diving at El Ascensor in Haría requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near El Ascensor in Haría. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Ascensor in Haría. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 22°C.
El Ascensor in Haría typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at El Ascensor in Haría typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.