

Best for intermediate divers, 22-32m, boat entry, mild current.
The Mushroom is a deep reef site located 500 metres off the coast of Las Galletas, Tenerife. This site features a complex topography of canyons and caves, requiring intermediate certification. Divers typically explore between 22 and 32 metres, with an average depth of 27 metres. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and mild currents are common. Marine life includes common sightings of European Parrotfish, pufferfish, and trumpetfish. Uncommon encounters include European Common Cuttlefish, White-spotted Octopus, Common Octopus, Black Moray, and Arrow Crab. Access is by boat only, and guided tours are recommended to navigate the intricate structural layout of the reef and cave systems.
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The depth will push recreational dive computers and no-decompression limits quickly, so plan your bottom time conservatively before you splash. A guided tour is worth taking on your first visit, as the canyon and cave layout rewards local knowledge.
Most dive sites in the area are accessed by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
22-32m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Divers commonly encounter European Parrotfish, pufferfish, and trumpetfish. Less frequently, you may spot European Common Cuttlefish, White-spotted Octopus, Common Octopus, Black Moray, and Arrow Crab.
No, The Mushroom is intended for intermediate divers due to its depth range of 22 to 32 metres.
The site ranges from 22 to 32 metres deep, with an average depth of 27 metres.
The Mushroom is a boat-only dive site located 500 metres from the shore.
No, this site is not suitable for snorkelling as the reef, canyon, and cave features are located at depths between 22 and 32 metres.
Diving at The Mushroom in Las Galletas requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at The Mushroom in Las Galletas. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit The Mushroom in Las Galletas are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
The Mushroom in Las Galletas typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Mushroom in Las Galletas typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.