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El Ala

Discover an incredible dive site nestled in the crystal-clear waters of Spain's Canary Islands. Situated at a depth of nearly 30m, this captivating dive site is located on the wing of a Cessna plane. Offering an enthralling underwater attraction, divers will be amazed by the abundance of marine life surrounding a charming tiny reef alongside the plane.

This dive offers an ideal opportunity for experienced divers with good air consumption skills to embark on a thrilling deep-sea adventure. Within the wing of the plane, a fascinating ecosystem awaits, inhabited by anemones, various species of shrimp, and sometimes even a majestic reef lobster. As you explore the adjacent small reef, prepare to encounter an enchanting array of marine wonders, from the tiniest gorgonias to the largest spider crabs.

The dive experience begins with a leisurely exploration of the "reef top" at shallow depths, providing a chance to admire the vibrant marine life. From there, divers venture into the vivid blue depths, gradually descending towards the Cessna plane's wing. This sequential dive sequence allows ample time to fully immerse oneself in the beauty of the reef before navigating back through the captivating underwater canyon.

With a maximum depth of 24m and impressive visibility of 16m, this dive site promises an unforgettable experience for advanced divers. Located in Punta de la Arena, Los Cancajos, San Antonio, Breña Baja, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain, this captivating underwater realm awaits those seeking to explore the wonders of the deep.

Diving Conditions Score for El Ala

7.4
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for El Ala

Depth

24m

Visibility

16m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for El Ala

Wave Height

0.48m

Wind Speed

11.4 m/s

Water Temp

23.2°C

Visibility

1.22km

Cloud Cover

5%

Wave Period

6.95s

Air Temperature

26.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for El Ala
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Dive Score Chart for El Ala

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.412049765258217/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.5m, Wind 9.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 8.063563218390804/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at El Ala: 06:00
Sunset at El Ala: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at El Ala are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.5m (7.1s), Wind: 9.3 m/s

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Best Night
3:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.5m, Wind: 7.9 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for El Ala
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at El Ala

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for El Ala

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.4/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for El Ala

January
Score: 9.6
December
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.1

Ideal Conditions for El Ala

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

25.2°C / 77.4°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

17.0m / 55.8ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.5m / 1.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for El Ala

El Ala shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (25.2°C) and January the coldest (13.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.5m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). April is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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