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Dive Spot Guide•
Cueva del Diablo
El Hierro: a site-specific underwater feature shore dive
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Shore dive in the El Hierro area; access point and local conditions matter more than a fixed profile. Best season: Year-round.
About Cueva del Diablo
A shore dive in volcanic marine reserve with walls, caves, and strong Atlantic water movement, built around a site-specific underwater feature. The route is compact and feature-led rather than sprawling. Planning-wise, a steady guide briefing and calm sea window usually make the day smoother.
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Where Is Cueva del Diablo?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Cueva del Diablo Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Depth Note
Described as very shallow.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Guided dives with terrain-led routing and condition-sensitive access.
Safety & Access At Cueva del Diablo
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Overhead environment due to the cave setting.
Access Restrictions
Shore access uses the marked entry point and local conditions.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine rules, reserve restrictions, and the operator briefing for the day.
Local Intel For Cueva del Diablo
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Very shallow and very easy cave dive with a spacious interior and notable color effects.
Freediving
Freedive use is secondary to the main scuba route and local conditions.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is limited to the calmest shallows and not the main use case.
Recent Logged Visits At Cueva del Diablo
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Cueva del Diablo
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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