What is the best time to dive Lanzarote?

The best months to dive Lanzarote in Spain are May, October. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 24°C during peak season.

How deep is Lanzarote?

Lanzarote reaches a maximum depth of 40 m, with visibility ranging from 15–30 m. The full depth range requires Advanced certification at minimum; some zones are technical diver territory.

What marine life can you see at Lanzarote?

Lanzarote is known for encounters with octopus, barracuda, grouper, moray eel. The site features wreck, pelagic diving across 20 named sites, with a marine life score of 40/100 in OkToDive's ranking.

Is Lanzarote good for beginners?

Lanzarote is better suited to experienced divers. Currents can be moderate and depths reach 40 m. A minimum Open Water certification is required, and OkToDive recommends at least 100 logged dives before visiting.

How much does it cost to dive Lanzarote?

A 2-tank dive at Lanzarote averages around $55 USD, placing it in the mid range tier. Both boat and shore access are available, giving divers flexibility on budget.

Lanzarote Diving — Museo Atlántico & Lava Tubes

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World Class

Intermediate

Lanzarote

SpainAtlantic

55.4

SCORE

29.0469°N

-13.5900°E

Lanzarote is home to the Museo Atlántico — Europe's first underwater sculpture museum by Jason deCaires Taylor. Beyond the art, volcanic tunnels, arches, and walls offer natural diving amid angel sharks and butterfly rays. The consistently mild conditions make it a reliable year-round option.

The Canary Islands' Underwater Sculpture Museum

Visibility15–30 m

Temperature18–24°C

Max Depth40 m

Currentmoderate

2-Tank Dive$55

Best MonthsMay, October

CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score breakdown

Click any score to see a detailed breakdown

Marine Life

40.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity

Megafauna Encounters

Reef Fish Abundance

Macro Life

Endemic Species

Marine life diversity

40.0

Coral & reef health

27.0

Visibility & conditions

81.0

Dive site variety

43.0

Water temperature

55.0

Depth & access

62.0

Operator quality

73.0

Topside experience

60.0

Getting there

68.0

Value & cost

63.0

Crowding

57.0

Social proof

57.0

Key species

octopus barracuda grouper moray eel

Dive types

wreckpelagic

Traveling with non-divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for non-divers

Timanfaya National Park volcanic landscapeCesar Manrique FoundationJameos del Agua lava cave complexCueva de los Verdeswine tasting at La Geria

Nearby cultural sites

Timanfaya National Park (UNESCO Biosphere)
Cesar Manrique Foundation
Jameos del Agua
Teguise Sunday market

Non-diver score

8/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes

Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & emergency

Dive insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org

Hyperbaric Chamber200 km — Hospital Universitario de Canarias Chamber, Tenerife

Nearest Hospital10 km

Hospital on Lanzarote; chamber on Tenerife (short inter-island flight); good emergency services

Skill LevelIntermediate

Current Strengthmoderate

Top operators

Manta Diving Lanzarote

PADI

4.8

280 reviewsNITROX

Calero Diving

PADI

4.7

210 reviewsNITROX

Compare this dive site

Lanzarote in Spain scores 55.4/100in OkToDive's 12-category data-driven rating. Best for wreck diving with 15–30m visibility and 18–24°C water temps. A 2-tank dive costs ~$55 USD. Peak season: May, October.

Last updated: 2026-05-24

Who should dive here

Best for

+ Wreck diving enthusiasts
+ Wide-angle photographers wanting crystal visibility
+ Groups seeking 20+ named dive sites in one area

Skip if

− You don't have Advanced certification
− You hate cold water — temps drop to 18°C
− You can only travel outside May, October — conditions deteriorate

Verdict

Choose Lanzarote over similar Atlantic destinations when visibility matters more than coral health

How Lanzarote compares

Site	Score	Visibility	Cost/dive	Best for
Lanzarote	55.4	15–30m	$55	wreck, pelagic
Cabo de Palos	71.1	10–30m	$75	reef, wall
Gran Canaria	68.8	12–30m	$75	wreck, reef
La Palma	68.7	15–40m	$80	reef, wall
Fuerteventura	67.8	15–35m	$70	reef, cave

Current conditions

10/10Excellent

Waves0.88 m

Swell0.62 m

Wind18.7 km/h

Air13.9°C

Partly cloudy

43d ago

Honest reality check

What your dive shop won't tell you

The minimum certification printed on a brochure is the legal floor, not the honest recommendation. Here's what we actually think you should bring to this site.

Recommended logged dives

60+

Below this we'd send you somewhere easier first.

Recommended certification

Advanced Open Water

“Intermediate minimum — deep profiles and variable viz.”

What will challenge you

→Moderate currents. Expect to drift — this is not a skill-builder site for a first trip after certification.
→Recreational limit of 40 m is reachable here (max depth 40 m). Gas planning and NDL tracking matter.
→Cooler than most tropical sites — 18°C minimum. A 5 mm wetsuit is the floor for longer dives.
→Wreck penetration requires Wreck specialty training at minimum, and often decompression planning. Don't improvise inside.
→Nearest hyperbaric chamber is ~200 km away. Evacuation is slow. Dive conservative profiles and get DAN insurance before you fly.

What will surprise you

→Thermoclines can drop water temp by 6°C between the surface and depth. Your wetsuit choice should match the minimum, not the average.
→Short dive season — only 2 months worth going (May, October). Book well ahead or miss it.

Time of day

When to dive it

Every dive shop gives you this briefing at 7am. We just wrote it down. Tidal dependency: slight. Optimal window: First light to 11am for best visibility..

Morning

Viz
high
Current
moderate
Crowd
light

reef exploration
photography

Best light and calmest conditions before afternoon wind picks up.

Afternoon

Viz
moderate
Current
moderate
Crowd
moderate

drift diving
second tank

Wind chop can reduce viz. Still diveable but morning is better.

Month-by-month

Dive forecast

Realistic conditions by month. Viz ranges are what you should actually expect, not best-case marketing numbers. Confidence % is the share of days that match this profile historically.

Month	Viz (m)	Temp (°C)	Current	Sea	Rain	Confidence	Highlights
Jan	15–23	18	Mod	Mod	Light	70%	wreck visibility good, peak season crowds
Feb	15–23	18	Mod	Mod	Light	70%	wreck visibility good, peak season crowds
Mar	15–23	18	Mod	Mod	Light	70%	wreck visibility good, peak season crowds
Apr	15–23	18	Mod	Mod	Light	70%	wreck visibility good
May	27–30	24	Mod	Calm	Dry	70%	wreck visibility good
Jun	27–30	24	Mod	Calm	Dry	70%	wreck visibility good
Jul	27–30	24	Mod	Calm	Dry	70%	wreck visibility good
Aug	27–30	24	Mod	Calm	Dry	70%	wreck visibility good
Sep	27–30	24	Mod	Calm	Dry	70%	wreck visibility good
Oct	15–23	18	Mod	Mod	Light	70%	wreck visibility good
Nov	15–23	18	Mod	Mod	Light	70%	wreck visibility good
Dec	15–23	18	Mod	Mod	Light	70%	wreck visibility good

Shoot here

Photography brief

Subjects are only half the shot. A perfect macro site is useless in a three-knot drift, and a wide-angle dream is useless at 35 m with a murky ceiling. These are the conditions, not the hype.

Macro subjects33

Wide angle55

Viz stability65

Hover friendliness70

Natural light57

Recommended kit

→Dedicated video light for dark wreck interiors; don't rely on strobes alone

Level up here

What this site will teach you

The dives that made you a better diver are the ones that made you uncomfortable for the right reasons. Here's what this site will quietly train you for.

Deep diving comfort
advanced
Regular dives past 30m build confidence at depth.

What it costsEstimates — calibration pending

7-day trip, per person

Rough ranges anchored to existing regional data — not booking quotes. Land-based trip, standard breakdown.

Budget

$1,500–$2,300

Hostels, shore diving, cheap eats

Flights (RT from US): $540–$660
Accommodation / day: $50–$100
Diving / day: $50–$60
Food / day: $30–$55
Transfers + misc: $50–$150

Mid-range

$2,550–$4,000

3-star hotels, standard boat ops, mix of restaurants

Flights (RT from US): $810–$990
Accommodation / day: $120–$220
Diving / day: $60–$70
Food / day: $60–$120
Transfers + misc: $50–$150

Splurge

$4,600–$7,700

Top resorts or liveaboards, premium operators

Flights (RT from US): $1,350–$1,650
Accommodation / day: $260–$500
Diving / day: $70–$90
Food / day: $130–$250
Transfers + misc: $50–$150

Budget decision guide

Choose Budget if you prioritize dive count over comfort — hostels and shore diving maximize bottom time per dollar. Choose Mid-range for the best balance of comfort and value — most divers land here. Choose Splurge for premium operators, private guides, and top-tier accommodation — worth it for special trips or non-diving partners.

Flights priced round-trip from a major US hub. Figures are per person on a shared room. Solo travelers add ~30% to accommodation.

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