Añaza
Protected Area
Sebadal de San Andrés
Why dive here
With 76+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles, sperm whales and cuttlefish - Añaza offers some of Canary Islands's richest diving. Water ranges 20-24°C, warmest August, September, October.
Añaza offers a straightforward dive, topping out at 18 meters, making it a good spot for newer divers getting comfortable in the Canaries. You'll find a rocky seabed with scattered patches of sand, home to a decent collection of Mediterranean reef fish like ornate wrasse and schooling damselfish. It's a reliable choice for a relaxed afternoon dip, especially if you're looking for an easy entry and minimal current.
Typical Añaza Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Añaza
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Scubanana Dive Center
CB Seadive
Club de Buceo El Pejín
Biosub
APNEA CANARIAS
Squatina sub
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Añaza
Añaza Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Añaza, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (28.18, -15.41) (10km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
24°C
74°F · Range: 22.2–25.4°C
Current Speed
10 cm/s
Direction: SE (126.9°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.081 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.89 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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