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Tauchschule Stefan Heidler

3.7 — based on 14 community signals
4.3 12 species 35 contributors

Year-round diving at Tauchschule Stefan Heidler in Spain with 12 documented species and stable reef health.

⭐ Best for beginners.

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Conditions

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Wind
11.4 kn
Wave
1.4 m
Water
23.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: N (83%)
Now: N (10°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.78m

Next: Low at 00:00 (-0.45m)

+0.7 m0 m-1.1 m
▼ 00:00 · -0.45m ▲ 07:00 · +0.15m ▼ 14:00 · -0.44m ▲ 20:00 · -0.01m Now -0.4m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV7.65 · high Air PM2.515 · moderate 07:43 19:58
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 17.4 1.5 8 0mm
09-19 11.1 1.4 8 0mm
09-20 7.3 1.02 8 0mm
09-21 12.4 0.84 7 0mm
09-22 13.6 0.88 7 0mm
09-23 8.3 0.96 7 0mm
09-24 8.7 1.02 7 0mm

About this spot

Tauchschule Stefan Heidler offers diving opportunities in Spain with year-round access and no seasonal closures. The site supports a diverse marine ecosystem with 12 recorded species observations, making it suitable for divers interested in marine life documentation and study. Community videos provide insight into conditions and wildlife encounters at this location. The dive site operates outside marine protected areas, giving divers straightforward access without permit restrictions. Stable coral health ratings indicate good reef conditions for exploration. The presence of multiple species observations suggests varied habitats worth investigating across different dive profiles. Local dive operations at this site benefit from Spain's established diving infrastructure and Mediterranean or Atlantic conditions depending on regional location. The 12 species documented provide a baseline for what divers can expect to encounter. Community-contributed video content helps prospective divers prepare for their visit and understand site characteristics before arrival.

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Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 2851km · ~656kg · €12

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 77/100
  • Visa: Visa-free · 90 days max
  • Flight: 7h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 6h east · 4 days recovery

FAQ

Can I dive year-round at Tauchschule Stefan Heidler?

Yes. This site offers year-round diving opportunities with no seasonal closures mentioned, making it accessible for divers planning trips throughout the calendar year.

What marine life can I expect to see?

The site has 12 documented species observations. Community videos provide visual examples of local marine life. Check those resources for specific species identification and encounter likelihood.

Do I need permits or special permissions to dive here?

No. Tauchschule Stefan Heidler is located outside marine protected areas, so standard diving access applies without additional permit requirements.

How healthy are the reefs?

Coral health assessments show no stress status, indicating stable reef conditions suitable for diving exploration and marine life observation.

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Live webcams at this spot (within 500 m). Windy.com

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

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Verified marine species observations

64 records · 40 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Delphinidae

Mammalia · Delphinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
4 Nov 2016
×1records

Grapsus grapsus

Malacostraca · Grapsidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2016
×1records
Depth:
0–5 m

Rhincodon typus

Elasmobranchii · Rhincodontidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Sept 2015
×1records
Depth:
0–5 m

Squatina squatina

Elasmobranchii · Squatinidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2015
×3records
Depth:
0–10 m

Loligo vulgaris

Cephalopoda · Loliginidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2015
×1records
Depth:
5 m

Felimare picta

Gastropoda · Chromodorididae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2015
×1records
Depth:
5 m

Pinnoctopus macropus

Cephalopoda · Octopodidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2015
×1records
Depth:
5 m

Raja brachyura

Elasmobranchii · Rajidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2015
×1records
Depth:
5 m

Diadema antillarum

Echinoidea · Diadematidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2015
×1records
Depth:
5 m

Semicassis granulata

Gastropoda · Cassidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2015
×1records
Depth:
5 m

Cinetorhynchus rigens

Malacostraca · Rhynchocinetidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Aug 2015
×1records
Depth:
5 m

Octopus vulgaris

Cephalopoda · Octopodidae
OBIS
Last seen:
1 Jul 2015
×3records
Depth:
0–20 m

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

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Tauchen auf den Kanaren im schönen Süden von Fuerteventura / Diving Canary Islands, Fuerteventura

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Tauchen im schönen Süden von Fuerteventura / Diving in the South of Fuerteventura, Canary Islands

Taucher Dedi

Tauchen auf Fuerteventura . Jandia, großes Riff, 1 / Diving in Fuerteventura, Canary Islands

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Best: Jun (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (93/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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