Dive-site story
Situated along the rugged northeast coastline of Lanzarote, this site features dramatic volcanic topography shaped by ancient lava flows. Divers navigate steep basalt drop-offs, swim-through arches, and shadowed overhangs that plunge into clear Atlantic water. Shore access is typically made via stairs or natural rock platforms into sheltered tidal pools before swimming out past the reef break.
Steep volcanic basalt drop-offs and labyrinthine swim-throughs
Frequent encounters with resting angelsharks on the sandy patches
Deep lava fissures sheltering dusky groupers and moray eels
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late summer and autumn bring the calmest seas and warmest waters along the exposed northeast coast.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AngelsharkSquatina squatina | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Canary DamselfishAbudefduf luridus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean ParrotfishSparisoma cretense | Common | ||||||||||||
| Fangtooth MorayEnchelycore anatina | Common |
Marine forecast