Plongée à Fuerteventura — Spain

Fuerteventura is the Canary Islands' angel shark capital — Europe's best chance to encounter these critically endangered elasmobranchs resting on sandy volcanic bottoms. The island's barren, windswept landscape hides surprisingly rich underwater volcanic topography with caves, arches, and lava tunnels. Year-round mild water temps and budget European flights make it an accessible dive break.

Score
67.8
Visibilité
15–35m
Température
18–24°C
Meilleurs mois
April, May, June
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Fuerteventura
SpainAtlantic Ocean
67.8

SCORE

28.3587°N

-14.0537°E

Fuerteventura is the Canary Islands' angel shark capital — Europe's best chance to encounter these critically endangered elasmobranchs resting on sandy volcanic bottoms. The island's barren, windswept landscape hides surprisingly rich underwater volcanic topography with caves, arches, and lava tunnels. Year-round mild water temps and budget European flights make it an accessible dive break.

Canary Islands' Volcanic Shore Diving

Visibility15–35 m
Temperature18–24°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmild
2-Tank Dive$70
Best MonthsApril, May, June, July
CertificationOpen WaterBeginner Friendly

Score Breakdown

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ML62.0CH35.0VIS75.0SV65.0TMP62.0DA68.0OP75.0TS78.0GT82.0VAL78.0CRD68.0SP65.0

Marine Life

62.0

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

Species Diversity
58
Megafauna Encounters
55
Reef Fish Abundance
62
Macro Life
68
Endemic Species
55
Marine Life Diversity
62.0
Coral & Reef Health
35.0
Visibility & Conditions
75.0
Dive Site Variety
65.0
Water Temperature
62.0
Depth & Access
68.0
Operator Quality
75.0
Topside Experience
78.0
Getting There
82.0
Value & Cost
78.0
Crowding
68.0
Social Proof
65.0

Dive Types

reefcaveshorewreck

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Great news for traveling couples and families — this is a budget-friendly destination with plenty of affordable topside activities to keep non-divers happy while you explore below the surface.

Activities for Non-Divers

Corralejo sand duneskitesurfingBetancuria historic townJandía beaches

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Betancuria old capital
  • Museo del Queso Majorero
  • Casa de los Coroneles

Non-Diver Score

7/10

Good topside options for non-diving companions.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber10 km — Hospital General de Fuerteventura Hyperbaric Unit
Nearest Hospital10 km

Hospital in Puerto del Rosario with hyperbaric unit; additional chamber on Gran Canaria (1 hour by air) — DAN Europe coverage recommended

Skill LevelBeginner Friendly
Current Strengthmild

Top Operators

Deep Blue Diving Fuerteventura

PADI

4.8
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