El Hierro

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El Hierro, Canary Islands, Spain

Best timeYear-round
Water temp19-24°C / 66-75°F
Visibility10-40m / 33-130ft
AccessBoat Dive
Dive typesScuba
DifficultyIntermediate
Max depth40 m
Avg depth20 m
Nearest airportVDE
Volcanic landscapesHigh biodiversityClear water
Scuba

El Hierro is the smallest of the Canary Islands and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, offering arguably the best diving in the archipelago. Its protected waters, clear visibility, and dramatic volcanic topography are a haven for marine life.

Features

A marine reserve known for its spectacular volcanic topography, including arches, caves, and pinnacles. The water is exceptionally clear, and the reserve status means the fish life is abundant and unafraid of divers.

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