

Best for intermediate divers, 6-35m, boat entry, mild current.
Punta Tiñosa Cave offers a diverse underwater environment near Puerto del Carmen, combining a cave system, wall, natural reef, and artificial reef structure. Divers can explore depths ranging from 6 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Visibility typically spans 15 to 25 metres, and currents remain mild. Due to the overhead environment and depth, this site is suited for intermediate divers with strong buoyancy control. Access is by boat only. Water temperatures range from 19 to 22 degrees Celsius. Divers should remain cautious of boat traffic, sharp rock surfaces, and sea urchins. Night diving is available at this location.
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The cave sections require solid buoyancy control to avoid contact with sharp rock surfaces and sea urchins on the walls and floor, so run a buoyancy check before entering. Boat traffic operates around this site, so always deploy a surface marker buoy on ascent.
Short boat ride from Playa Chica.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-35m
Visibility
15-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-22°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Year-round
The site ranges from 6 to 35 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the overhead cave environment and the depth profile.
Access to Punta Tiñosa Cave is by boat only.
This site is primarily a dive location due to the depth and overhead cave environment.
Hazards include boat traffic, deep sections, overhead environments, and sharp sea urchins on the walls and floor.
Diving at Punta Tiñosa Cave in Puerto del Carmen requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Punta Tiñosa Cave in Puerto del Carmen. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 22°C.
The best months to visit Punta Tiñosa Cave in Puerto del Carmen 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.
Punta Tiñosa Cave in Puerto del Carmen typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Punta Tiñosa Cave in Puerto del Carmen typically ranges from 15 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.