

Best for beginner divers, 12-17m, shore entry, mild current.
El Palitoa in Radazul and Tabaiba offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a combination of natural and artificial reef structures, a cave, and a canyon. Suitable for beginners, the site maintains depths between 12 and 17 metres with an average of 15 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Entry is from the shore, though divers should remain cautious of surge and swell. The site is also accessible for night diving. Due to the presence of boat traffic, the use of a delayed surface marker buoy is recommended during ascents.
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Watch for surge and swell on entry and exit over the shore, as sharp rocks and coral make a stumble costly. Boat traffic is present, so surface with a delayed surface marker buoy and stay aware when ascending.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
12-17m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as it features mild currents and depths between 12 and 17 metres, which are well within standard recreational limits.
Access to the site is via a shore entry. Divers should be careful of surge and swell when entering and exiting the water, as there are sharp rocks and coral present.
The depth at El Palitoa ranges from 12 to 17 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic and use a delayed surface marker buoy when ascending. Additionally, monitor local conditions for surge and swell before entering the water.
Diving at El Palitoa in Candelaria requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Palitoa in Candelaria. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
El Palitoa in Candelaria typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at El Palitoa in Candelaria typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.