

Best for advanced divers, 21-30m, boat entry, strong current.
Los Arcos is a wall and reef site located 100 metres offshore in North and East Tenerife. Designed for advanced divers, the site features depths ranging from 21 to 30 metres with an average of 25 metres. The topography includes overhead environments and significant drop offs that require precise buoyancy control. Visibility is variable, spanning 12 to 40 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, and the site is subject to strong currents, requiring careful planning with local operators. Divers must remain vigilant regarding active boat traffic and potential entanglement hazards. Night diving is permitted at this location, offering a different perspective on the wall structure.
28.17702, -16.81330
Enter the water at least 50 metres upcurrent from the main arch to ensure proper positioning for the swim-through sequence.
Boat access is required to reach the site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
21-30m
Visibility
12-40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is rated for advanced divers due to strong currents, significant depths, and the presence of overhead environments.
The site ranges from 21 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Los Arcos is a boat-only dive site located 100 metres from the shore.
Divers must manage strong currents, active boat traffic, potential entanglement risks, and overhead environments.
The site is primarily a deep wall and reef dive for advanced scuba divers, and it is not suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Los Arcos in Playa de San Juan requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Los Arcos in Playa de San Juan. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Los Arcos in Playa de San Juan are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Los Arcos in Playa de San Juan can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Los Arcos in Playa de San Juan typically ranges from 12 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.