Dive-site story
Located off the southern coast of Lanzarote near Playa Blanca, Las Coloradas features volcanic rock tongues extending across bright sand plains. Volcanic overhangs and small crevices provide shelter for macro life, while larger marine creatures cruise the interface where rock meets sand.
Volcanic shelves and overhangs sheltering resting rays and nocturnal fauna
Frequent winter encounters with critically endangered angelsharks resting in the sand
Vibrant schools of Atlantic damselfish and resident parrotfish along basalt formations
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Diving is accessible year-round, with the warmest water occurring in early autumn and angelshark encounters peaking during the cooler winter months.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AngelsharkSquatina squatina | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Common stingrayDasyatis pastinaca | Common | ||||||||||||
| Canary parrotfish (Vieja)Sparisoma cretense | Common | ||||||||||||
| Dusky grouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellowmouth barracudaSphyraena viridensis | Common |
Marine forecast
