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El Bufadero

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of a stunning dive site located in Spain's Canary Islands. This unforgettable dive begins in a serene natural pool, where you'll descend into the depths to explore a volcanic tube that leads to the open sea. This exhilarating underwater adventure is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Prepare to encounter a diverse range of marine life, including elasmobranchs such as sharks and rays, as well as pollock, grouper, three different species of moray eels, gorgonians, giant anemones, and blond tuna. The rich underwater ecosystem will captivate your senses as you navigate through the vibrant depths.

Please note that this dive can only be undertaken a few times a year due to the powerful currents in this area. The immersion begins in the tranquil natural pool, allowing you to submerge yourself and traverse the volcanic tube. As you venture further, the underwater landscape transforms, reaching depths of over 20 meters. It is in this area that elasmobranchios are commonly found, providing an incredible opportunity to observe these majestic creatures up close.

For your safety and enjoyment, this dive is recommended for advanced divers who are comfortable exploring deeper waters. The visibility at this site is approximately 19 meters, allowing for breathtaking views of the underwater world. The maximum depth of the dive reaches 22 meters, providing a thrilling experience for seasoned divers.

This remarkable dive site is located near Camino Punta de Gáldar, Gáldar, Las Palmas, Canary Islands, Spain. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the deep blue sea and embark on an unforgettable diving adventure that will leave you in awe of the natural beauty that lies beneath the surface.

Diving Conditions Score for El Bufadero

6.5
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for El Bufadero

Depth

22m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for El Bufadero

Wave Height

0.72m

Wind Speed

19.5 m/s

Water Temp

21.4°C

Visibility

23.54km

Cloud Cover

6%

Wave Period

5.6s

Air Temperature

20.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

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

Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 7.5259238095238095/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 19.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.073647619047619/10.

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

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

Optimal diving conditions at El Bufadero 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
13:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.72m (5.6s), Wind: 19.5 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.74m, Wind: 12.2 m/s

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

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 Bufadero

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.9/10

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

Best Months for El Bufadero

January
Score: 9.1
December
Score: 9.0
February
Score: 8.7

Ideal Conditions for El Bufadero

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

22.7°C / 72.9°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

15.0m / 49.2ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.1m / 3.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for El Bufadero

El Bufadero shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (22.7°C) and January the coldest (14.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m 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). January 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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