

Best for intermediate divers, 20-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Pecios del Barranco de Quíquere is a boat-access site located 500 metres off the coast of Puerto del Carmen. The site features a combination of reef terrain and wreck structures situated at depths between 20 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. It is suited for intermediate divers, with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Currents are typically mild but can strengthen, and divers should be aware of decompression requirements. Boat traffic is a hazard, necessitating the use of a surface marker buoy on every ascent. Night diving is permitted at this location, which offers air fills and equipment rental services nearby.
28.91793, -13.69008
Watch for sea urchins when manoeuvring close to the reef structure, particularly during entry and ascent along any fixed lines. Boat traffic is a noted hazard at this site, so use an SMB on every ascent.
From the coast, descend the cliff ladder by the shore to start the dive. For scuba, submerge perpendicular to the shore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-22°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth and potential for varying currents.
The site ranges from 20 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat-access site located 500 metres from the shore.
Key hazards include boat traffic, decompression considerations, deep water, sea urchins, and strong currents.
This site is primarily a dive location due to the depth of the reef and wreck structures.
Diving at Pecios del Barranco de Quíquere in Puerto del Carmen requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Pecios del Barranco de Quíquere in Puerto del Carmen. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Pecios del Barranco de Quíquere in Puerto del Carmen. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 22°C.
Pecios del Barranco de Quíquere in Puerto del Carmen typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pecios del Barranco de Quíquere in Puerto del Carmen typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.