

Best for beginner divers, 5-50m, shore & boat entry, moderate current.
Playa Grande in Puerto del Carmen offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring both reef and wall topography. Suitable for beginners, the site ranges from 5 to 50 metres with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers frequently encounter European Common Cuttlefish, Common Octopus, Dusky Grouper, Conger Eel, Trumpetfish, Pufferfish, Turkish Wrasse, Arrow Crab, and Mediterranean Violet Aeolid. Less common sightings include Eagle Ray, Great Barracuda, Common Stingray, Marbled Electric Ray, and Brownstripe Octopus. Access is available via both shore and boat. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Hazards include deep sections, sharp coral, strong currents, and surf. Night diving is permitted at this location.
28.91882, -13.66488
After the dive, you can eat a fresh fish dish at the local fishermen's association.
The site is easily accessible on foot.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-50m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
19-21°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Nov
Divers regularly encounter European Common Cuttlefish, Common Octopus, Dusky Grouper, Conger Eel, Trumpetfish, Pufferfish, Turkish Wrasse, Arrow Crab, and Mediterranean Violet Aeolid. Less frequently, you may spot Eagle Ray, Great Barracuda, Common Stingray, Marbled Electric Ray, and Brownstripe Octopus.
Yes, Playa Grande is considered an easy dive site suitable for beginner levels.
The site ranges from 5 to 50 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Playa Grande allows for both shore and boat entries.
The best months for diving at this site are March and November.
Diving at Playa Grande in Puerto del Carmen requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Playa Grande in Puerto del Carmen. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Playa Grande in Puerto del Carmen. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 21°C.
Expect moderate currents at Playa Grande in Puerto del Carmen. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Playa Grande in Puerto del Carmen typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.