Artificial - Block3
Protected Area
Franja marina de Mogán
Why dive here
With 76+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles, sperm whales and cuttlefish - Artificial - Block3 offers some of Canary Islands's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 20-24°C, warmest August, September, October.
Artificial - Block3 is one of our favourite wreck dives in the Canaries. It's not some ancient Galleon, but a purpose-sunk concrete block, and we love it for its unusual structure. Dropping down, you're immediately struck by the sheer scale of the thing. It’s a huge, angular structure, broken into several large pieces, almost like a submerged brutalist sculpture. The best part is navigating through the gaps and crevices that have formed. We always find schools of barracuda circling the larger sections, and the swim-throughs are usually packed with grumpy groupers peering out from the shadows. Keep an eye out for the smaller stuff too; we've spotted moray eels tucked into the concrete blocks and plenty of nudibranchs if you slow down and really look. It’s a cracking dive for intermediate divers who enjoy exploring structures and don’t mind a bit of a current sometimes.
Typical Artificial - Block3 Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 21m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Artificial - Block3 Wreck History
Vessel Type
unknown
Cause
scuttled
Situated slightly deeper than its neighbours at 21 metres, "Block3" adds another dimension to the artificial reef park it belongs to. This purpose-sunk structure offers a prime opportunity for divers to witness the incredible biodiversity of the Canary Islands. Its surfaces are now carpeted with life, and its nooks and crannies provide shelter for shy species like moray eels and groupers. The surrounding sandy bottom is also worth exploring, as it's a common place to spot wide-eyed flounders, lizardfish, and occasionally the majestic angel shark gliding by. The excellent visibility typical of the Canaries makes this an easy and rewarding dive, showcasing the success of well-managed artificial reef projects.
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Nautico Dive Academy
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Artificial - Block3
Artificial - Block3 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Artificial - Block3, 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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