

Best for beginner divers, 8-18m, shore & boat entry, moderate current.
Flamingo Reef in Puerto del Carmen offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a combination of wall, reef, and artificial reef structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 8 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 17 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and accessible by both shore and boat. Marine life frequently encountered includes Great Barracuda, Common Octopus, European Common Cuttlefish, Fangtooth Moray, Marbled Electric Ray, Common Stingray, Turkish Wrasse, Arrow Crab, Giant Doris, Mediterranean Violet Aeolid, Cleaner Shrimp, and European Parrotfish. Rarer sightings include Eagle Ray and Dusky Grouper. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres, with moderate currents present.
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Scan the line where the white sandy bottom meets the rock wall outside the breakwater to find resting angel sharks.
Accessible by a 3-minute boat ride from Playa Blanca or by walking in from the beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
19-23°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Nov
Common sightings include Great Barracuda, Common Octopus, European Common Cuttlefish, Fangtooth Moray, Marbled Electric Ray, Common Stingray, Turkish Wrasse, Arrow Crab, Giant Doris, Mediterranean Violet Aeolid, Cleaner Shrimp, and European Parrotfish. Eagle Ray and Dusky Grouper are also recorded but are rare.
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site depth ranges from 8 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 17 metres.
Yes, Flamingo Reef is accessible by both shore and boat entries.
The best months for diving at Flamingo Reef are March and November.
Diving at Flamingo Reef in Playa Blanca requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Flamingo Reef in Playa Blanca. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 23°C.
Expect moderate currents at Flamingo Reef in Playa Blanca. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Flamingo Reef in Playa Blanca typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.