

Best for advanced divers, 2-15m, shore & boat entry, variable current.
Cueva de los Cerebros is a significant underwater cave located off North and East Tenerife. The site features volcanic walls structured like large steps leading to the cavern entrance. Divers can access the site via shore or boat, navigating depths between 2 and 15 metres with an average of 12 metres. Conditions are variable, with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres and water temperatures between 20 and 24C. Due to the overhead environment and potential for surge, this site is strictly for advanced divers. Typical dives last approximately 55 minutes. Caution is advised regarding swell and waves when transiting the breakwater and bay area.
28.17154, -16.80593
Position yourself downcurrent from brain coral formations to observe cleaning station behaviour without disturbing the process.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 15m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Variable
Typical Dive
55 min
Best Time
May
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the overhead environment and variable surge conditions.
The site ranges from 2 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Access to the site is available via both shore and boat entries.
Water temperatures range from 20C in the cooler months to 24C during the summer.
Diving at Cueva de los Cerebros in Playa San Juan requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Cueva de los Cerebros in Playa San Juan. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Cueva de los Cerebros in Playa San Juan are May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.