Pasito Blanco is a beautiful natural reef dive site in the south of Gran Canaria, directly in front of the harbour of Pasito Blanco near Arguineguín. The volcanic reef formations create an ideal habitat for a wide variety of marine life and make this one of the most scenic reef dives in southern Gran Canaria.
The dive site has a large cigar-shaped volcanic rock rising from a white sandy seabed, surrounded by smaller rock formations and crevices where marine species find shelter.
Marine Life Frequently Seen
Divers exploring Pasito Blanco often encounter:
- moray eels
- rays
- octopus
- schools of reef fish
- yellow snappers (roncadores)
- spiny puffer fish
- peacock worms
Explore the many nooks and crannies of the reef during the dive. Many moray eels often greet divers from their rocky hiding places while reef fish move through the volcanic structures.
Divers should also occasionally look out into the “deep blue”, as pelagic species sometimes pass the reef, including tuna and amberjack.
Dive Site Characteristics
- Dive type: Natural volcanic reef
- Depth: 17–19 metres
- Access: Boat dive
- Level: Suitable for certified divers
Location and Dive Planning
The Pasito Blanco dive site is located approximately 5 nautical miles (9.3 km) from Scuba Sur Gran Canaria, near the harbour of Pasito Blanco in southern Gran Canaria. Boat travel time from the Scuba Sur dive centre at Anfi del Mar is about 25 minutes.
We dive Pasito Blanco during morning boat dives. We combine the dive with a second dive at nearby sites such as:
FAQ – Pasito Blanco Dive Site
Where is the Pasito Blanco dive site located?
The Pasito Blanco dive site is located in southern Gran Canaria near the harbour of Pasito Blanco, approximately 5 nautical miles from the Scuba Sur dive centre at Anfi del Mar.
What marine life can be seen at Pasito Blanco?
Divers frequently encounter moray eels, rays, octopus, yellow snappers, puffer fish and occasionally pelagic species such as tuna or amberjack.
What level is required to dive Pasito Blanco?
The dive site is suitable for certified divers and is commonly visited during morning boat dives from Scuba Sur Gran Canaria.
