Dive-site story
Situated along the coast of Arinaga in eastern Gran Canaria, Risco Verde offers an accessible shore entry right from the promenade. Divers step into a sheltered cove that transitions from shallow volcanic rock plateaus to open sandy bottoms, interspersed with rocky ledges and scattered boulders. The gentle topography makes navigation straightforward, while the combination of rocky structure and sand beds attracts diverse marine life.
Smooth shore access via stairs and ramps directly from the seaside walkway
Frequent encounters with resting angelsharks and various ray species camouflaged in the sand
Active nocturnal marine life making it one of the premier night dive locations on the island
Rocky crevices sheltering multiple species of moray eels and octopuses
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Diving is possible year-round, with late summer bringing warmer water and winter offering peak angelshark activity.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AngelsharkSquatina squatina | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Common StingrayDasyatis pastinaca | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spiny Butterfly RayGymnura altavela | Common | ||||||||||||
| ParrotfishSparisoma cretense | Common | ||||||||||||
| Black MorayMuraena augusti | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common CuttlefishSepia officinalis | Common |
Marine forecast
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