This dive site features the remains of the Meteor or El Pajar wreck, a Russian hydrofoil that sank in the early 2000s off Arguineguin, Gran Canaria. Although located at the entry of a commercial port and intentionally destroyed to deter divers, the scattered wreckage still forms a vibrant artificial reef. Navigation around the site is generally easy due to its shallow average depth of 8 meters, making it accessible for straightforward exploration.
The Meteor wreck is a sanctuary for a variety of marine animals and plant life. Divers can frequently spot various types of rays, well-camouflaged cuttlefish, schools of snappers, and robust moray eels seeking shelter within the wreck's structure. Surrounding the wreck, healthy seagrass areas contribute to the biodiversity, providing additional habitat for smaller creatures.
While there is no specific 'best time' highlighted for this particular site, diving in Gran Canaria is typically excellent year-round. Its shallow depth makes it an ideal spot for new divers to gain wreck experience and for freedivers to enjoy the abundant marine life. Divers should be aware of potential surface boat traffic given its proximity to a commercial port.
