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Explore Angel Wall at El Perchel with Delphinus Dive Center
Angel Wall, located at the renowned El Perchel, is a must-visit dive site for both newly certified and experienced divers. This location offers a blend of safety and excitement, with depths ranging from 12 to 17 meters, making it an ideal spot for divers looking to enhance their skills while exploring the vibrant underwater world of Gran Canaria.
Why Dive at Angel Wall?
• Rich Marine Ecosystem: Angel Wall is a treasure trove of marine life. Divers can expect to encounter graceful angel sharks resting on the sandy patches, rays gliding effortlessly through the water, and schools of baby barracudas darting around the shallows. The site is also home to bigeye tunas, snappers, trumpetfish, garfish, octopus, and moray eels, all of which thrive in the rocky crevices and around the large boulders.
• Distinctive Underwater Landscape: The dive site is characterized by a dramatic rocky drop-off, complemented by sandy patches and a small, intriguing cave. These features create a diverse environment that is not only visually stunning but also rich in biodiversity. The large boulders are often adorned with colorful anemones and frequented by cleaner shrimp, making the dive even more captivating.
• Flexible Dive Experience: Angel Wall offers the flexibility to dive either as a drift dive, allowing you to glide effortlessly along the wall with the current, or as an anchored dive with the RIB, providing more control and time to explore the site’s unique features. This adaptability makes it suitable for various diving preferences and conditions.
Dive Site Overview
• Type of Dive: Boat Dive
• Entry Method: Backroll from the boat
• Certification Requirement: Open Water Diver
• Maximum Depth: 17 meters
• Current: Medium, ideal for a gentle drift experience
Recommended Gear
• Snorkel: Useful for surface intervals and observing marine life before or after the dive.
• Underwater Camera: Capture the stunning marine biodiversity and the unique geological formations of Angel Wall.
• DSMB (Delayed Surface Marker Buoy): Essential for drift dives to ensure safe surfacing.
What You’ll Experience
Angel Wall is the first of three remarkable dive sites at El Perchel, offering a unique diving experience that caters to both safety and exploration. As you descend, you’ll be greeted by a fascinating underwater terrain where rocky outcrops meet sandy expanses, providing a habitat for a diverse array of marine species. The dive begins with the striking rocky drop-off and continues to reveal sandy patches where angel sharks and rays can often be found resting.
For those who enjoy a bit of adventure, the small cave at Angel Wall adds an extra layer of excitement to the dive. The site is versatile, allowing divers to choose between a drift dive, where the current gently carries you along the wall, or a more controlled exploration with the boat anchored nearby. This flexibility ensures that every dive at Angel Wall is tailored to your preferences and the conditions of the day.
Discover the wonders of Angel Wall at El Perchel with Delphinus Dive Center. This site is more than just a dive; it’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich marine life and stunning underwater landscapes that make Gran Canaria a top diving destination. Whether you’re a newly qualified diver or an experienced adventurer, Angel Wall promises an unforgettable dive experience.
