Arguineguín Reef Gran Canaria is a popular boat dive on the south coast of the island, offering a varied underwater landscape with numerous rocky overhangs and plenty of marine life. The reef stretches for around 700 metres and provides an enjoyable dive for certified divers exploring the waters of southern Gran Canaria.
The overhangs and rocky areas provide shelter for stingrays, moray eels, large pufferfish, colourful anemones and cleaner shrimps. Schools of roncadores are also commonly found around the reef. With a maximum depth of around 16 metres, Arguineguín Reef offers plenty to discover without requiring a deep dive.
Boat Dive
Backroll from boat
Open Water Diver
16m
Medium
Arguineguín Reef Gran Canaria is an enjoyable boat dive suitable for certified Open Water Divers and more experienced divers alike. With a maximum depth of approximately 16 metres, the site is ideal for a relaxed dive while still offering plenty to explore.
The underwater landscape consists of volcanic rock formations, overhangs and sandy areas. Conditions can vary depending on the weather, tides and currents. On suitable days, the site offers comfortable diving conditions and good visibility.
The dive is normally conducted from our dive boat, allowing us to reach the reef easily and select the best area according to the conditions on the day.
Diving at Arguineguín Reef offers a relaxed exploration of rocky reef structures, overhangs and sandy areas. The varied underwater landscape provides shelter for stingrays, moray eels, large pufferfish, colourful anemones and cleaner shrimps, while schools of roncadores are frequently seen around the reef.
In the sandy areas, divers may also encounter angel sharks, particularly when conditions and the season are favourable. Octopuses and cuttlefish can also be spotted around the reef. With a maximum depth of approximately 16 metres, the site is well suited to certified Open Water Divers and makes an excellent boat dive on the south coast of Gran Canaria.
Arguineguín Reef is home to a diverse range of marine life typical of the waters around Gran Canaria. The rocky formations and overhangs provide shelter for moray eels, pufferfish, cleaner shrimps and colourful anemones, while large schools of roncadores are frequently seen swimming around the reef.
The sandy areas surrounding the reef are particularly interesting for spotting stingrays. Depending on the season and conditions, there is also a chance of encountering angel sharks resting on the sandy bottom. Octopuses and cuttlefish can often be found hiding between rocks or moving across the reef.
Marine life varies throughout the year, so no particular species can be guaranteed. This variety is part of what makes every dive at Arguineguín Reef Gran Canaria a different experience.
