El Fafo
Protected Area
Sebadales de Corralejo
Why dive here
With 76+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles, sperm whales and cuttlefish - El Fafo offers some of Canary Islands's richest diving. Water ranges 20-24°C, warmest August, September, October.
El Fafo, off the Canary Islands, is an intermediate dive dropping to 31 metres. We’ve found it’s a good spot for divers looking for a slightly deeper profile without extreme conditions. Expect to see various Atlantic species, often barracuda or amberjacks cruising past. It’s a solid choice for certified divers seeking a straightforward, deeper Canary Islands dive.
Typical El Fafo Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (31m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Punta Amanay SL
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for El Fafo
El Fafo Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for El Fafo, 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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