Roncadores del Palmar

This dive site, Roncadores del Palmar, offers a captivating exploration of Tenerife's unique volcanic underwater terrain. Divers navigate through a series of dramatic cracks and crevices within the rocky walls, creating a maze-like environment teeming with life. The site is characterized by its relatively shallow depths and generally calm conditions, making it accessible to divers of all experience levels. The marine life is diverse and abundant. Divers can encounter tiger moray eels, dark morays, prawns, trumpet fish, anemones, and wide-eyed flounder, among other species. The rocky formations themselves support a variety of smaller invertebrates and algae, providing ample opportunities for macro photography. The best time to visit Roncadores del Palmar is likely during the warmer months, from spring to autumn, when water temperatures are more comfortable and visibility is generally better. While the site is suitable for freediving, divers should always be mindful of depth limits and potential changes in current conditions. Proper buoyancy control is essential to avoid damaging the delicate ecosystem, ensuring the preservation of this beautiful site for future generations.