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Close-up of two spider crabs with sea urchins in the background at El Balito dive site.

El Balito Dive Site Overview

Difficulty: Easy/Medium

Entrance: Shore

El Balito is a dive site situated on Tenerife’s west coast, within an old banana port. The site offers easy water access via a ladder. An off road leads to the dive site, offering stunning coastal views along the way. This location is popular for its blend of accessibility, calm waters, and natural beauty.

Underwater Topography and Depths

Depth: 7-30 meters

El Balito’s underwater landscape is primarily defined by rugged rock formations and caverns. The three caverns, located in shallow waters up to 10 meters deep, are a key highlight of the dive. Further out, the site opens to depths beyond 30 meters, catering to advanced divers. Several swim-throughs and natural arches enhance the underwater exploration.

Marine Life at Tabiba

El Balito hosts a variety of marine species, where you can encounter schools of barracuda. Trumpetfish, breams, and other common reef fish found in Tenerife are frequently spotted during dives. The caverns and rocky crevices provide shelter for lobsters, crabs, shrimps, moray eels, and scorpionfish, enhancing the area's rich biodiversity.

Entrance of a cavern at El Balito, showing clear waters and light streaming inside.
Straight-down aerial view of El Balito showcasing the coastline and turquoise waters
Inside view of a cavern at El Balito with a ray of light shining through an opening.
A school of barracuda swimming near the wall in shallow waters at El Balito dive site.
An octopus camouflaged among rocks in one of the caverns at El Balito.
Two massive rocks forming a swim-through at El Balito dive site.
Massive stone wall in shallow waters at El Balito, leading to the first cavern.
Aerial view of graffiti depicting a sailor with the quote
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