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Extra Divers El Hierro

El Hierro is a quiet island, and the diving here feels just as unhurried, which we love. We often find ourselves drifting along the volcanic slopes with just a handful of other divers, sometimes none at all. The site itself isn’t about huge pelagics, though a loggerhead turtle might glide past, and we’ve spotted yellow barracuda cruising in the blue. Instead, it’s the smaller, more unusual stuff that really stands out. Look for the quirky cowfish with their tiny horns, the wide-eyed flounder pressed flat against the rock, and the colourful parrotfish munching on algae. Our favourite time to dive here is late morning, after the initial boat traffic (what little there is) has subsided. The light angles are fantastic then, illuminating the strange rock formations and giving a golden glow to the brown garden eels swaying in the sand. This is a place for slow, observant diving. It suits divers who appreciate the intricacies of a volcanic reef and enjoy spotting unique species that are harder to find elsewhere. If you’re into macro and interesting fish behaviour, you’ll be in your element.