Balitown
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 - Balitown offers some of Canary Islands's richest diving. Water ranges 20-24°C, warmest August, September, October.
Balitown is a straightforward shore dive, perfect for knocking out a skills session or enjoying a relaxed afternoon. The maximum depth of 14m makes it ideal for newer divers or those looking for a gentle dive. We typically see a good variety of smaller reef fish here, along with the occasional cuttlefish hugging the bottom. It’s a solid option when you want an easy entry and predictable conditions.
Typical Balitown 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Balitown
Balitown Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Balitown, 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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