Water temperature and calm sea context for Lanzarote.
Boat-dived volcanic reef with angel sharks.
Boat-dived volcanic reef with angel sharks.
Shark Point Las Palmas is a boat-dived volcanic reef off Playa Blanca in Lanzarote. It has a low reef wall, sandy patches in front of the reef, and a drift-friendly layout that makes it easy to follow the reef line as the fish move through the area. Angel sharks are a highlight on the sand, while the wall can hold barracuda, bream, groupers, moray eels, and plenty of smaller reef life.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
18m
Depth Note
The site is described as lying between 18 and 20 m, while the operator page lists a maximum depth of 18 m.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer sea conditions usually in the warmer months.
Typical Conditions
Warm, clear water over volcanic reef and sand, with drift potential depending on tide and current.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Current and pickup timing matter more than depth. Stay close to the guide and brief on the drift plan before entry.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Playa Blanca dive centers is the normal route; follow marine-reserve rules and the briefed drift window.
Legal Notes
The wider Playa Blanca underwater area is protected marine-reserve territory, so follow the operator briefing and local marine rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Primary use case. The reef sits in the 18 m band and supports a low wall, ledges, and drift options when the tide and current line up. It is best treated as a guided boat dive rather than an independent shore session.
Freediving
Not the primary format here. The site is set up as a guided boat reef dive, so freediving is not the normal operating mode.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site. The interesting structure is underwater, and the site is planned as a boat reef dive.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Water temperature and calm sea context for Lanzarote.
Playa Blanca visitor base and marina context.
Boat-dive format, facilities, and year-round operation.
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