Tesoro Negro
Protected Area
Fuerteventura
Why dive here
With 76+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles, sperm whales and cuttlefish - Tesoro Negro offers some of Canary Islands's richest diving. Water ranges 20-24°C, warmest August, September, October.
Tesoro Negro, off the Canary Islands, offers a relaxed dive to 28m. It’s ideal for beginners looking for a simple descent and a chance to explore a volcanic seafloor. You’ll often spot common Mediterranean species like octopus tucked into crevices and various bream schooling past. It’s a good spot to gain confidence without strong currents or complex navigation.
Typical Tesoro Negro Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 28m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Deep Blue S.L.
MAGMA FREEDIVING SCHOOL FUERTEVENTURA
fuerte DIVERS
Acuarios Jandia
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Dive Pro Fuerte
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Tesoro Negro
Tesoro Negro Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Tesoro Negro, 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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