Arrecifal - Canary Islands

Arrecifal, based in the Canary Islands, strikes us as a solid choice for those looking to explore the volcanic underwater landscapes of the archipelago. With over 200 dive sites right on their doorstep, they've got the local knowledge to take you beyond the usual spots. We'd suggest them for divers who appreciate a no-frills, focus-on-the-diving approach, especially if you're keen to log some serious bottom time amongst the resident angel sharks and stingrays. They seem to carve out a niche for repeat visitors who prefer a reliable, unpretentious operation over a flashy resort centre.

Location
Canary Islands, Spain, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
27.641867, -17.982086

Dive Sites Near Arrecifal

Arrecifal provides access to 15 dive sites in Canary Islands.

Other Dive Centres in Canary Islands

Best Time to Dive in Canary Islands

The warmest water temperatures in Canary Islands occur in September, averaging 23.7°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 19.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 20.1°C
  • February: 19.5°C
  • March: 19.3°C
  • April: 19.8°C
  • May: 20.6°C
  • June: 21.8°C
  • July: 22.6°C
  • August: 23.1°C
  • September: 23.7°C
  • October: 23.5°C
  • November: 22.4°C
  • December: 21.3°C

Marine Life in Canary Islands

Home to 80 recorded species including 50 reef fish, 9 whales & dolphins, 8 sharks & rays, 2 octopus & squid, 2 crabs & lobsters, 2 worms.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Canary Islands

Based on average water temperature of 21.5°C, currents 7 cm/s.

  • Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 21°C water
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories