Dive-site story
Situated along the rocky volcanic coastline of the El Cabrón Marine Reserve in eastern Gran Canaria, this site links two prominent geological features: an eroded volcanic rock archway and the finger reef extending from Punta de la Monja. Divers navigate along volcanic basalt ledges and boulder fields before dropping onto sandy patches where rays and flatfish camouflage. The archway itself shelters schools of fish and provides dramatic backlighting against the open Atlantic.
Natural volcanic swim-through arch framed by basalt formations
Schools of bastard grunts hovering near reef drop-offs
Overhangs sheltering moray eels and spider crabs
Frequent encounters with angelsharks on adjacent sand flats during cooler months
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Diving occurs year-round, though summer and autumn offer the warmest waters and calmest sea states.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AngelsharkSquatina squatina | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bastard GruntPomadasys incisus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common StingrayDasyatis pastinaca | Common | ||||||||||||
| Canary DamselfishAbudefduf luridus | Common |
Marine forecast
