

Best for beginner divers, 15-20m, boat entry, mild current.
The Tongues is a varied dive site off Puerto del Carmen featuring a combination of natural reef, wall topography, and artificial structures. Located 1500 metres from shore, this site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 15 to 20 metres and an average depth of 18 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 19 and 23 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Boat traffic is the primary hazard at this location, requiring the use of a surface marker buoy during ascents. Divers should exercise caution when navigating overhead environments and swim-throughs to avoid entanglement with the artificial structures.
28.85340, -13.81930
The reef formation resembles an open hand with fingers spread apart, featuring sandy channels between the reef walls.
Access is by boat from the marina.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-20m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers, offering a relaxed experience with mild currents and depths between 15 and 20 metres.
Access to this site is by boat only, as it is located 1500 metres from the shore.
The average depth at The Tongues is 18 metres, with a total depth range of 15 to 20 metres.
Boat traffic is the main hazard, so divers must deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending. Additionally, caution is advised when entering overhead environments and swim-throughs to prevent entanglement.
Yes, local facilities include equipment rental, air fills, showers, and changing rooms.
Diving at The Tongues in Playa Blanca requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The Tongues in Playa Blanca typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Tongues in Playa Blanca typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.