

Best for beginner divers, 12-25m, shore entry, mild current.
Puntilla de La Virgen is a shore-entry reef dive located in North and East Tenerife. The site features a reef structure ranging from 12 to 25 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres. Divers should exercise caution regarding buoyancy, as the reef and rocky surfaces are sharp. The site includes an overhead environment, and entry is restricted to those holding the required cave diving certification to manage the risks associated with enclosed spaces. Water temperatures remain between 20 and 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
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Check locally for current facility availability before you head out, as amenities can vary. Enter carefully and take a moment to establish buoyancy before moving over the reef to avoid contact with the sharp coral and rocky surface.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
12-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suited to Open Water certified divers looking to build confidence in reliable conditions, provided they have the necessary certification for the overhead environment.
The reef depth ranges from 12 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive site.
Water temperatures range from 20 to 24 degrees Celsius, with the warmest temperatures occurring in September and October.
The site contains sharp coral and rocky surfaces, and includes an overhead environment that requires specific cave diving certification to navigate safely.
Diving at Puntilla de La Virgen in Lomo de Arico requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Puntilla de La Virgen in Lomo de Arico. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Puntilla de La Virgen in Lomo de Arico are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.