VIGO
Protected Area
Bahía del Confital
Why dive here
With 76+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles, sperm whales and cuttlefish - VIGO offers some of Canary Islands's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 20-24°C, warmest August, September, October.
The Vigo wreck, a stern trawler, sits upright in the sand at a shallow 7 metres. It’s an easy dive, perfect for extending bottom time or for newer wreck divers to get a feel for penetration in open sections. We often spot schools of barracuda circling the mast and the occasional sleepy angelshark tucked into the sand nearby. Inside the wheelhouse, you'll find plenty of glassfish and the odd moray eel peering out. It’s a great, chill dive, especially if you’re looking to explore a wreck without the pressure of deep dives or strong currents.
Typical VIGO Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Nearest Dive Centres to VIGO
Dive shops near VIGO
BUCEO CANARIAS BY MEDUSA
Mirafondos, Centro de Buceo
Buceo La Vieja
El Azul Gran Canaria Dive Center
KARAPAT DIVE
Buceo Norte
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for VIGO
VIGO Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for VIGO, 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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