safari diving - Canary Islands

Safari Diving, based in the Canary Islands, is a straightforward operation for divers looking to explore the volcanic reefs and wrecks of the area. With 202 dive sites nearby, they cater well to those who appreciate variety and don't need all the bells and whistles. It's a solid choice for independent divers focused purely on getting wet and seeing the local aquatic life, from angel sharks to barracuda schools.

Location
Canary Islands, Spain, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
28.920227, -13.668306

Dive Sites Near safari diving

safari diving 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