Dive-site story
Situated along the exposed eastern coastline of Gran Canaria, Punta de la Sal offers volcanic underwater terrain characterized by basalt ledges, small arches, and rocky channels opening out onto sandy plains. Swell and coastal trade winds can influence entries and visibility here, but calmer days reveal rich benthic life tucked beneath the overhangs and active Atlantic fish species cruising the current lines.
Volcanic basalt shelves riddled with crevices and small undercut caverns
Frequent encounters with benthic rays and angelsharks resting on the sand fringe
Diverse macro life including colorful nudibranchs and cleaner shrimp hidden in rocky fissures
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late summer and autumn provide warmer sea temperatures and generally calmer surface conditions along Gran Canaria's eastern seaboard.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AngelsharkSquatina squatina | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Common stingrayDasyatis pastinaca | Common | ||||||||||||
| Parrotfish (Vieja)Sparisoma cretense | Common | ||||||||||||
| Black morayMuraena augusti | Common | ||||||||||||
| Canary damselSimiliparma lurida | Common |
Marine forecast
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