Malpique Wreck (La Palma) – Canary Islands – El Hierro, La Palma & Fuerteventura

Site Overview

Malpique off La Palma is a 17th-century anchor cemetery, where five large anchors from a sunken Spanish galleon rest on the seafloor at 10-15 m as protected archaeological heritage. Seahorses, cuttlefish and reef fish now inhabit the area, making it a fascinating historical and macro dive. The shallow depth and calm conditions suit beginners, while the story of the lost galleon adds depth to the experience. Malpique is a reminder of the Canaries’ rich maritime past beneath the waves. The site rewards careful planning, good buoyancy and respect for Spain’s marine-protection rules, and remains a favourite among divers who value dramatic volcanic or Mediterranean scenery, historic wrecks and rich marine life across a long, varied season. The site rewards careful planning, good buoyancy and respect for Spain’s marine-protection rules, and remains a favourite among divers who value dramatic volcanic or Mediterranean scenery, historic wrecks and rich marine life across a long, varied season. The site rewards careful planning, good buoyancy and respect for Spain’s marine-protection rules, and remains a favourite among divers who value dramatic volcanic or Mediterranean scenery, historic wrecks and rich marine life across a long, varied season. The site rewards careful planning, good buoyancy and respect for Spain’s marine-protection rules, and remains a favourite among divers who value dramatic volcanic or Mediterranean scenery, historic wrecks and rich marine life across a long, varied season.