Barranco Seco Arch

Описание: Tenerife Dive Sites: Barranco Seco Arch
Los Gigantes Diving Centre

Maximum Depth: 5–18 meters

(This site continues down to 35 meters — see Barranco Seco 2 (Los Roncadores))

Suitable for: All levels of qualified divers

Travel Time: Around 5 minutes boat journey from the dive centre

Anchored beneath the dramatic cliffs, this dive site makes an impression before we even enter the water. Looking up reveals towering rock walls, while a glance below shows the top of a natural archway just five meters beneath the boat—an ideal location for a relaxed safety stop at the end of the dive.

The underside of the arch is covered in vibrant red and yellow sponges, and a small adjacent cavern often provides shelter for rays or lobsters. Over the past year, we’ve also been lucky enough to observe the growth of two new black corals in this area. As black coral is usually found at depths greater than 25 meters, seeing it growing at just 8 meters is something truly special—so make sure those camera batteries are fully charged.

Marine life is abundant throughout the site. Several species of stingray are frequently encountered and often seem happy to pose for photographs, alongside shoaling fish, moray eels, and octopus.

Barranco Seco Arch is one of our most popular dive sites, with many divers requesting a second visit. It’s also an excellent choice for those returning to diving after a break, and for students nearing the end of their PADI Open Water or BSAC Ocean Diver courses.