Palm-mar Roncadores

Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain ZEC Franja marina Teno-Rasca

4.0 (1 review)

All levels

Amphitheater dive with huge schools of Roncadores fish.

Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
24m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located in Palm Mar, known for its underwater rock formations and fascinating topography. The dive begins on a plateau, descending into an amphitheater structure where diverse marine life thrives. Trumpet fish, moray eels, and big eyes seek shelter amongst the rocks. A prominent feature of this location is a large shoal of Roncadores that floats gracefully in mid-water, offering excellent photographic opportunities. Smaller schools of barracuda are often seen hovering above, waiting for prey. This site provides gentle diving suitable for all experience levels, boasting abundant marine life. Depth ranges from 6 to 24 meters.

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

beginner friendlyrock formationschooling fishwide angleunderwater photographymoray eel

Marine Life

Roncadores (grunts)Trumpet fishMoray eelsBig eyesBarracudaParrotfishWrasseStingraysOctopusDamselfish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Gentle conditions and a versatile depth range from 6-24 meters make it accessible for everyone.

Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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