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El Aquario

We’re big fans of El Aquario, especially for a second dive or when you’re after something a bit more relaxed. It’s exactly what the name promises: a big, natural fish tank. We usually drop in on the top reef, around 8 meters, which is covered in barrel sponges and big plate corals. Then it's a short kick over to the wall, where the real show begins. The name El Aquario really clicks once you’re hanging out by that wall. You'll find yourself surrounded by so many small, colourful fish, it’s hard to know where to look first. We’ve spent whole safety stops just watching squadrons of fairy basslets darting in and out of the coral, or spotting a plump puffer trying to look inconspicuous. Look closely and you might even find a shy mottled conger moray peeking from a crevice. The reef itself has some impressive tube sponges and azure vases, but it's the sheer density of the smaller stuff that makes it for us. Visibility is usually good, around 20 meters, making it an easy, enjoyable dive for anyone. It's a great spot to practice your photography, too, with plenty of willing subjects.