

Best for advanced divers, 16-35m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Richies Reef in Puerto del Carmen offers a complex underwater landscape featuring walls, caves, canyons, and drop-offs. The site is characterised by large pointed rock formations and arches that descend into the depths. Divers can explore a small cave and various rock recesses throughout the site. With depths ranging from 16 to 35 metres and an average of 25 metres, this site is suited for advanced divers. Visibility typically reaches 15 to 20 metres with mild currents. Access is available by both shore and boat, and the site supports night diving. Facilities including showers, toilets, and changing rooms are provided for divers.
28.91776, -13.65789
The site features a plaque honoring Richard, a beloved guide who frequented and popularized the spot.
The site is reached by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
16-35m
Visibility
15-20m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
19-22°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Nov
The site ranges from 16 to 35 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to its depth and overhead environments.
Access to Richies Reef is possible by both shore and boat.
The best months to visit are March and November.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, the depth of the site, the risk of nitrogen narcosis, and the presence of overhead environments.
Diving at Richies Reef in Puerto del Carmen requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Deep, Technical. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Richies Reef in Puerto del Carmen. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 22°C.
The best months to visit Richies Reef in Puerto del Carmen are March and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Richies Reef in Puerto del Carmen typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Richies Reef in Puerto del Carmen typically ranges from 15 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.