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Dive centre · La Palma · Canary Islands
4.9218 Google reviewsBuceo Sub La Palma
Explore the volcanic arches and spectacular caverns of La Palma through shore-based diving led by a PADI 5 Star centre.
What sets this centre apart
- PADI 5 Star dive centre status
- Over two decades of operational experience since 2001
- Shore-based diving with sites within 45 minutes
- Full equipment hire available including wetsuits and regulators
- Heated and dry equipment room for diver comfort
- Night diving opportunities available
- Comprehensive PADI course catalogue from beginner to professional
- On-site workshop for minor equipment repairs
Buceo Sub La Palma about the centre
Buceo Sub La Palma is situated in Los Cancajos, a village on the eastern coast of La Palma. Known as 'La Isla Bonita', the island offers a distinct diving environment shaped by its volcanic origins, providing a variety of underwater topography ranging from reef flats to deep volcanic structures.
The centre operates primarily through shore diving, with most dive sites located within a 45-minute drive from the base. This allows for a more flexible and direct approach to exploring the coastline, making it an ideal base for those who prefer to access the water via land rather than from a boat.
The club and its team
Established in 2001 and taken over by a group of enthusiasts in 2021, the centre maintains a PADI 5 Star affiliation. The team is composed of experienced instructors and divemasters who possess a deep understanding of the local conditions and site specifics around La Palma.
Training is conducted for all levels, including children, with a strong emphasis on personalised attention and safety. The centre provides a professional environment for those looking to progress through the PADI waypoints, from initial certifications to professional-level training.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- PADI
- Certification level
- 5 Star
- Operating since
- 2001
- Website available in
- English · Spanish
- Dive schedule
- 9:00 (rendez-vous), deux plongées par jour du mardi au samedi
- Equipment rental
- complet (hors ordinateurs de plongée et torches)
- Night diving
- Yes
- Access and transfers
- Los Cancajos, un petit village touristique sur la côte est de l'île avec d'excellentes connexions au reste de l'île. La plupart des sites de plongée sont accessibles en voiture en 45 minutes.
- Phone
- +34 686 75 69 79
- Address
- H10 Taburiente Playa, Tr.ª de los Cancajos, Local 3, 38712 Los Cancajos, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
- Official website
- buceosub.com ↗
Courses on offer
A comprehensive range of PADI courses is available, starting from Discover Scuba Diving for those new to the water through to Open Water Diver and Advanced Open Water Diver. For those looking to deepen their skills, the centre offers the PADI Deep Diver and Night Diver specialties.
Professional training is also a core part of the curriculum, covering the Divemaster programme and other professional paths. For divers looking to refresh their skills, the PADI ReActivate programme is available to ensure your knowledge and buoyancy are sharp before heading out.
Equipment and gases
The centre features a dedicated equipment room that is kept clean, dry, and heated for your comfort. Full equipment hire is available for those not travelling with their own kit, though you will need to provide your own dive computer and torch.
On-site facilities include a shop with snorkeling and diving equipment, as well as a workshop for minor repairs. For those needing to top up their cylinders, the centre provides air refills up to 200 bars.
Dive sites with Buceo Sub La Palma
La Catedral is a spectacular cave site that offers a unique underwater experience for divers of all levels. The geological formations within the cavern make it one of the most distinctive sites on the island.
La Bombilla features impressive volcanic formations and natural arches, providing an interesting playground for divers of all experience levels. The terrain here is a direct reflection of the island's volcanic history.
Las Cruces (Malpique) is a famous site that remains accessible to most certified divers. It is a reliable location for those looking to experience the local marine life in a stable environment.
El Torre de Malpique is a more challenging site intended for advanced divers. The conditions here require a higher level of buoyancy control and experience compared to the shallower reef areas.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
La BombillaLa CatedralEl Torre de MalpiqueLas Cruces (Malpique)El Fraile
Marine life around La Palma
The volcanic reefs are home to a variety of larger species, including rays, moray eels, groupers, and barracuda. You can also encounter jack, tuna, trumpetfish, and various bream species patrolling the structures.
Macro life and smaller inhabitants are frequent visitors to the crevices and rocky outcrops. Divers often spot octopus and various other crustaceans amongst the volcanic stone.
Night diving offers a different perspective on the local fauna, including the chance to see the Angelshark during its active nocturnal periods.
Diving conditions
Diving in La Palma is possible year-round, with the island offering relatively stable conditions. Most dives are conducted from the shore, requiring local knowledge of the entry and exit points.
Visibility is a key feature of the area, with readings frequently reaching 20 metres or more, providing clear views of the underwater volcanic architecture.
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