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Diving & Snorkeling in Macher

Macher, Lanzarote

⏱ 3 hours

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About this experience

Diving & Snorkeling in Macher is a guided underwater activity on Lanzarote's southwest coast, based at the Macher dive centre. The site offers volcanic rock formations, clear Atlantic water, and access to reefs and marine life. Sessions are led by certified instructors and suit both beginners and experienced divers.

What to expect

Guided dive or snorkel session lasting 2-3 hours, including equipment and wetsuit hire
Entry from a sheltered shore or boat, with visibility typically 15-25 metres
See volcanic arches, overhangs, and walls covered in anemones, sponges, and starfish
Encounter schools of damselfish, wrasses, and occasional rays or moray eels
For divers: PADI or SSI certification required for scuba; snorkellers get a briefing and floatation aid
Suitable for adults and children over 8, with a maximum depth of 12 metres for beginners