

Best for intermediate divers, 12-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Los Chuchos is a reef and wreck site located 750 metres off the coast of Las Galletas in Tenerife. The topography features a sandy plateau and a small wooden wreck. Divers and snorkellers can expect depths ranging from 12 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Marine life recorded at the site includes pufferfish, trumpetfish, Turkish wrasse, European parrotfish, arrow crabs, combers, sea hares, Canary damsels, bream, various crabs, snails, and rockpool prawns. European common cuttlefish are also occasionally observed. Due to boat traffic and potential entanglement hazards, this site is best suited for intermediate divers.
28.00550, -16.66520
The site is named after the large number of stingrays and eagle rays, which can sometimes be hand-fed.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
12-25m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Divers and snorkellers regularly encounter pufferfish, trumpetfish, Turkish wrasse, European parrotfish, arrow crabs, combers, sea hares, Canary damsels, bream, crabs, snails, and rockpool prawns. European common cuttlefish are also recorded here.
The site is rated for intermediate skill levels due to the presence of boat traffic and potential entanglement hazards.
The site depth ranges from 12 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres.
Los Chuchos is located 750 metres from the shore and requires a boat for access.
Yes, Los Chuchos is suitable for snorkelling and holds a 5/5 rating for the activity.
Diving at Los Chuchos in Las Galletas requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Los Chuchos in Las Galletas. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Los Chuchos in Las Galletas are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Los Chuchos in Las Galletas typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Los Chuchos in Las Galletas typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.