

Best for intermediate divers, 15-28m, boat entry, mild current.
Roncadores is a boat-accessible site located 1000 metres off the coast of North and East Tenerife. The topography features a combination of reef, wall, and pinnacle structures, offering a varied underwater landscape for intermediate divers. Depths range from 15 to 28 metres, with an average of 18 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 20 and 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the offshore location, this site requires a boat for access. Divers should monitor sea conditions closely and ensure appropriate thermal protection is worn for the cooler water temperatures.
28.01493, -16.71887
Facilities at the access point are unconfirmed, so confirm what your boat operator provides before departure, particularly regarding kit rinse and surface intervals. A 5mm wetsuit suits the cooler end of the temperature range, especially on multi-dive days.
Located in the Los Cristianos area of Tenerife, accessible by boat from Puerto Colon or Los Cristianos.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-28m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Year-round
Divers at this site encounter great barracuda in mid-water, dusky grouper near rocky structures, and common stingray or smooth ray in sandy areas. Common octopus and European common cuttlefish are also found near the reef substrate.
No, Roncadores is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth range and offshore boat-based nature of the site.
The site ranges from 15 to 28 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Roncadores is a boat dive located 1000 metres from the shore.
This site is designed for diving and is located 1000 metres offshore at depths starting at 15 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Roncadores in Los Cristianos requires the following certifications: Advanced Open Water Diver, PADI Deep Speciality. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Roncadores in Los Cristianos. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Roncadores in Los Cristianos are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Roncadores in Los Cristianos typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Roncadores in Los Cristianos typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.