

Best for beginner divers, 3-20m, shore entry, mild current.
Bahia Alcalá is a diverse shore dive in North and East Tenerife featuring a mix of reef, wall, cave, and artificial reef structures. Divers enter via a staircase and ladder in the port area, with a giant stride entry recommended at high tide. The site ranges from 3 to 20 metres in depth, averaging 14 metres. Underwater, the topography includes volcanic rocks, sandy patches, and an underwater pinnacle. Marine life includes common sightings of European Parrotfish, bream, and crabs. Divers may also encounter uncommon species such as Common Octopus, Trumpetfish, Pufferfish, Turkish Wrasse, Eleven-armed Sea Stars, fireworms, Tompot Blennies, Canary Damsels, flat crabs, sea hares, and lizardfish. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 10 and 30 metres.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
3-20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Common sightings include European Parrotfish, bream, and crabs. Uncommon species recorded here include Common Octopus, Trumpetfish, Pufferfish, Turkish Wrasse, Eleven-armed Sea Stars, fireworms, Tompot Blennies, Canary Damsels, flat crabs, sea hares, and lizardfish.
Yes, Bahia Alcalá is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 3 to 20 metres in depth, with an average depth of 14 metres.
This is a shore dive accessed via a staircase and ladder in the port area of Alcalá.
Yes, night diving is permitted at this site.
Diving at Bahia Alcalá in Playa de San Juan requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Bahia Alcalá in Playa de San Juan. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
Bahia Alcalá in Playa de San Juan typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Bahia Alcalá in Playa de San Juan typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.