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Abades Mountain

Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Beginner/Intermediate

Accessible shore dive with volcanic landscapes and diverse fish.

Shore Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, located on the shores of Abades Mountain in Tenerife, offers an accessible diving experience primarily dependent on current conditions. The area is a Marine Protected Area (MAMP) and is recognized for its value. You’ll find fascinating rock formations covered with sponges and sea urchins. Exploration opportunities include small caves teeming with diverse fish species – including Wrasse, Bream, Damselfish, and many more. Expect to encounter Trumpet fish and Stingray as well.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

shore divecavernswim-throughrock formationbeginner friendlystingraymarine protected areawide angle

Marine Life

WrasseBreamDamselfishTrumpet fishStingraySpongesSea urchins

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner/Intermediate

Accessible shore entry, but variable currents can add challenge.

Hazards:
currentsea urchinsrocky entry
Current Strength:

Variable

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