This dive site, La Cueva del Garachico, offers an exciting and challenging experience exclusively for technical divers. It features a unique vertical cave system with an entrance at 42 meters and an exit at 12 meters. Divers navigate through various passages, some of which are notably narrow and considered dangerous, requiring specialized training due to their inherent complexity and potential risks.
The marine fauna within the cave and surrounding waters is exceptionally rich and diverse. Divers can expect to encounter huge lobsters, various species of moray eels, and stingrays. Canarian lobsters are also a common sight, contributing significantly to the vibrant biodiversity of this distinctive underwater environment.
The best time to visit for optimal conditions is generally during months with calmer sea conditions, though specific seasonal highlights are not provided. This site is strictly recommended for technical divers due to its significant depth, enclosed spaces, and challenging narrow passages. Recreational divers should seek alternative, less demanding sites. Neither freediving nor snorkeling is suitable for this location.
