JUCAR - Canary Islands

The JUCAR wreck, a former container ship, offers a fascinating dive in the Canaries. She went down in 1984, a respectable 105 metres long, now resting in relatively shallow water. We’ve found her to be a great spot for those keen on wreck penetration, with plenty of entry points into the hold and superstructure, though always be mindful of silt. Sunlight still reaches most parts, illuminating the schools of barracuda that often circle the main deck and the resident dusky groupers peeking from the shadows. It’s a solid pick for divers comfortable with overhead environments and looking for a wreck with a real sense of history.

Location
Canary Islands, Spain, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
28.622334, -14.039166
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
0m

Marine Protected Area: Espacio marino del oriente y sur de Lanzarote-Fuerteventura

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

Nearby Dive Sites in Canary Islands

Nearest Dive Centres to JUCAR

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 Species

Recommended Packing List for JUCAR

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