Diving El Balito

El Balito, also known as Marazul, begins beside an old coastal loading point once connected with Tenerife’s banana trade. After entering from shore, you leave the remains of the small harbour behind and descend into a varied landscape of dark volcanic rock, sandy openings and clear Atlantic blue.

The shallower route winds around overhangs, caverns and broad swim-throughs, including the formation we call the Pyramid. A torch reveals sponges and jewel anemones covering the shaded walls, while trumpetfish, moray eels, octopus and small cleaning shrimp reward divers who slow down and explore the spaces between the rocks.

Experienced divers can continue towards the deeper Arch at around 27 metres, where the volcanic formations open onto wider sandy areas. Rays may pass across the sand, barracuda sometimes cruise above the reef, and seasonal encounters can include angel sharks resting on the bottom—although, as always in the Atlantic, wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed.

El Balito can feel like a different dive each time, depending on the route, depth and conditions. Aquarius keeps the group small and plans the dive around certification, buoyancy and comfort, allowing each diver to enjoy the strongest suitable route without being pushed beyond their level. Divers who want to explore deeper profiles such as the Arch with greater confidence can develop the necessary awareness, buoyancy and dive-planning skills during our PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course.