CB Timanfaya - Canary Islands

CB Timanfaya in the Canary Islands offers a solid base for exploring Lanzarote's unique volcanic seascapes. We've always found their local knowledge impressive, especially when navigating the island's many underwater caves and lava flows. They're a good pick for divers keen to explore the cooler Atlantic waters, with a real focus on guided trips that get you acquainted with the local wrecks and resident angel sharks. We'd suggest them for divers who appreciate a centre with a consistent, no-fuss approach to getting you in the water and showing you the best of the island.

Location
Canary Islands, Spain, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
28.921305, -13.666614

Dive Sites Near CB Timanfaya

CB Timanfaya 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