

Best for intermediate divers, 18-32m, boat entry.
El Acuario in North & East Tenerife offers a diverse underwater landscape comprising reef, wall, and cave structures. The site ranges from 18 to 32 metres in depth, making it suitable for intermediate divers. Visibility varies significantly between 5 and 30 metres. Divers may encounter species such as dusky grouper, fangtooth moray, pufferfish, and round fantail stingray. Other inhabitants include trumpetfish, European parrotfish, and Madeira rockfish. Hazards include strong currents, sea urchins, stonefish, and sharks. Boat access is required for this site, which also supports night diving. Divers should exercise caution regarding boat traffic at the surface and avoid contact with sharp rocks and coral.
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Despite being listed as open water certification required, the depth range pushes toward the limit of that certification at 32 metres, so divers without deeper experience should plan to stay on the shallower sections of the reef. Watch where you place your hands and fins: stonefish blend into the reef substrate and sea urchins occupy crevices throughout the site.
Boat access is required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-32m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Divers regularly encounter pufferfish, Madeira rockfish, and bream. Less common sightings include dusky grouper, fangtooth moray, Turkish wrasse, round fantail stingray, black moray, arrow crab, trumpetfish, European parrotfish, fireworm, wide eyed flounder, and zoanthids.
El Acuario is classified for intermediate divers. While the site starts at 18 metres, the depth reaches 32 metres, which pushes the limits of standard open water certification.
The depth at El Acuario ranges from 18 to 32 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Boat access is required to reach El Acuario.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 18 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at El Acuario in Santiago del Teide requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near El Acuario in Santiago del Teide. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Acuario in Santiago del Teide. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit El Acuario in Santiago del Teide are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at El Acuario in Santiago del Teide should be aware of stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Visibility at El Acuario in Santiago del Teide typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.