La Palma is a volcanic island, and of course, so are its seabeds. Our dives are from the shore, and the best spots in the south are about 5-15 minutes from our dive center, offering a striking variety of seabeds within such a short distance.
We have dives for all certification levels, and we are just 5 minutes away from the famous Crosses of Malpique and its tower. From the basalt columns from ancient eruptions that, when eroded, reveal the hexagonal crystallizations of Malpique or the Lighthouse, to the pillow-lavas from the San Antonio eruption in Las Cabras, Los Molinos, or the recent lava flows from the Teneguía volcano, just 50 years old. The volcanic formations of Fuencaliente do not disappoint. The heavy black sands usually provide enviable visibility, and the seabeds, fertilized by successive eruptions, offer a wide marine biodiversity.
Multiple species of rays such as stingrays, electric rays, butterfly rays and a wide variety of tropical and Atlantic fish, including trumpetfish, porcupinefish, gurnards, dogfish, schools of grunts, black moray eels, fangtooth moray eel, and even black coral at just 30 meters deep.
In short, these are such spectacular and unique locations that they are recognized as some of the best in the world for beginners and experienced scuba divers.
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Without a doubt, the best diving spots in La Palma are in the Fuencaliente area, which is where the Crosses of Malpique and the bay of Las Cabras are located.
Diving on the island of La Palma is possible all year-round thanks to its subtropical climate and unbeatable sea conditions. However, if we had to choose, the best time to dive in La Palma would be between September and November, the calm season when the trade winds die down and the water is warmer.
The water temperature varies from 24 – 25 degrees in September and October to 19 – 20 degrees in February and March.
After the magma emission ceased and the lava flows cooled following the volcanic eruption, new ecosystems have emerged.
The evolution of these marine communities is rapid, and a rich variety of algae, invertebrates, sea urchins, crustaceans, and fish species can already be seen. These include octopuses, cuttlefish, and spidercrabs.
This is a great opportunity to take part in different and interesting dives to see how the flora and fauna of a place are renewed after a volcanic eruption. A new environment teeming with life.
Due to its privileged geographical location, the island of La Palma boasts a rich biodiversity.
It’s easy to find fishes such as the blue damselfish, ornate wrasse, damselfish, triggerfish, parrotfish, trumpetfish, black moray eel, fangtooth moray eel, seabream, salema, scorpion fish, balloonfish, grunt, grouper, wreckfish, barracuda, jackfish, hogfish, garden eels,
Eels are also part of La Palma’s marine life, especially in crevices and rocky bottoms. Some of the most common are the common moray eel and the fangtooth moray eel.
Elasmobranchs, with several tropical subspecies, also inhabit La Palma; we can usually observe them during deep dives. From butterfly rays to some types of sharks such as the angel shark, a real spectacle for marine wildlife lovers. Even when snorkeling or at shallow depths, we can see common and black rays. And, of course, we couldn’t miss the oceanic manta ray, which is quite a spectacle if we are lucky enough to see it, as they are very elusive and do not usually come close to the coast.
Also worthy of special mention is the wide diversity of crustaceans such as spider crabs, shrimp and lobsters as well as loggerhead and green turtles, seahorses, fireworms, sea urchins, starfish, sponges, anemones, jellyfish, corals and gorgonians.
Did you know that five different species of dolphins live on La Palma? The common, spotted, bottlenose, striped, and rough-toothed dolphins. These are easier to see from a boat, as they rarely approach divers. The same goes for pilot whales, sperm whales, sharks, and orcas.
We are fortunate to have a seabed rich in species, diversity, and immense beauty. So, I wouldn’t think twice; you don’t have to go to the other side of the world to enjoy a fun snorkeling tour or spectacular, beautiful, and unique dives.
Experiences you won’t forget.
