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Max. depth · 30 mVeneguera Wreck Como Tu: Gran Canaria's 30m Fishing Vessel
Explore the Como Tu, a small fishing vessel resting at 30 metres on a sandy seabed, attracting pelagics and bottom dwellers off Gran Canaria's southwest coast.
What makes this site special
- Explore an intact fishing wreck at 30 metres.
- Observe garden eels on the surrounding sandy bottom.
- Encounter amberjacks and tuna patrolling the wreck.
- Spot stingrays and angel sharks camouflaged in the sand.
- Potential sightings of turtles during summer months.
- Occasional hammerhead shark encounters in summer.
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Veneguera Wreck Como Tu about the site
The Veneguera Wreck, locally named Como Tu, lies on a sandy seabed at 30 metres off Gran Canaria's secluded Veneguera beach. This small fishing vessel, approximately 750 metres from the Veneguera ravine mouth, was intentionally sunk to create an artificial reef. It rests in navigation position on flat sand, without any surrounding reef structures, making its outline a clear focal point against the open bottom. Access to the site is typically a short 15-minute boat ride from Puerto de Mogán, bringing you directly above the wreck.
As you begin your descent, the wreck gradually materialises from the blue, its form becoming distinct against the light sand. The Como Tu is not a large structure, but its intact state provides numerous surfaces and sheltered areas. Your bottom time will be spent navigating its exterior, observing how different sections have been colonised and transformed into microhabitats. The surrounding sand plain extends the dive, offering a contrasting environment to the wreck's structure.
The wreck acts as a magnet for a variety of marine life, particularly attracting schooling fish that congregate around its structure. This concentration of smaller prey naturally draws in larger pelagic species. You will often encounter amberjacks and tuna patrolling the wreck's perimeter, moving with purpose through the water column. Their presence highlights the wreck's role as a vital hunting ground in an otherwise open and sandy environment.
Closer to the sandy bottom, the Como Tu hosts a range of more cryptic inhabitants. Garden eels are a common sight, extending their bodies from their burrows and swaying gently in the subtle currents. Keep an eye out for stingrays, often partially buried in the sand, and for angel sharks, which also use the sandy substrate for camouflage. These bottom dwellers require a patient approach and a keen eye to spot, adding another layer of interest to the dive.
During the summer months, the site experiences seasonal visitors that can elevate the dive experience. Turtles are known to pass through the area, often observed gliding gracefully near the wreck. More notably, hammerhead sharks have been encountered here during this period, circulating in the deeper blue beyond the wreck. While not a guaranteed sighting, their occasional presence adds to the potential thrill of a summer dive at Como Tu, reminding you of the open ocean nearby.
Diving conditions
This site is reserved for Advanced Open Water Divers, with a Deep Speciality recommended due to the maximum depth of 30 metres. The current can range from moderate to strong, making experience in variable conditions important. Visibility is generally good, but local conditions can affect it. The site is accessible year-round, but be aware of increased pelagic activity during the summer months.
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Frequently asked questions about Veneguera Wreck Como Tu
When should you dive Veneguera Wreck Como Tu?
You can dive Veneguera Wreck Como Tu year-round. Summer brings increased pelagic activity, with turtles passing near the wreck and occasional hammerhead shark encounters in the deeper blue. If seasonal visitors interest you, summer offers those possibilities, while the wreck and its resident marine life remain available outside that season.
What experience do you need for Veneguera Wreck Como Tu?
Veneguera Wreck Como Tu is reserved for Advanced Open Water Divers. A Deep Speciality is recommended because the maximum depth reaches 30 metres. You should also be comfortable with variable conditions, as the current can range from moderate to strong. Visibility is generally good, although local conditions can affect it.
How deep is Veneguera Wreck Como Tu, and what are the currents like?
Veneguera Wreck Como Tu lies at 28 to 30 metres on a sandy seabed. The wreck rests in navigation position on flat sand, without surrounding reef structures. Currents can range from moderate to strong, so experience in variable conditions is important. Visibility is generally good, but local conditions may affect it.
What can you see at Veneguera Wreck Como Tu?
At Veneguera Wreck Como Tu, you can explore an intact fishing wreck and its sheltered surfaces, then look across the sandy bottom for garden eels, stingrays and camouflaged angel sharks. Amberjacks and tuna patrol the wreck. During summer, turtles may pass through, and hammerhead sharks are occasionally encountered in the deeper blue.
