

Best for beginner divers, 5-29m, boat entry, moderate current.
Bahía Aguacate is a reef site located 500 metres from the shore in Colombia. Accessible only by boat, the site features depths ranging from 5 to 29 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers and snorkellers can expect moderate currents and visibility typically between 10 and 25 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 25C to 29C. The site is suitable for beginners and offers typical dive durations of 45 minutes. Local facilities include air fills, guided tours, equipment rental, and boat charters. Hazards at this location include jellyfish and sea urchins.
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The bay is used as a protected inshore dive and snorkel area when offshore sea state or swell makes exposed sites impractical.
Sheltered coastal bay on Colombia's Pacific side in the Darién/Chocó region.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-29m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers and snorkellers.
The depth ranges from 5 to 29 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only site located 500 metres from the shore.
Divers should be aware of the presence of jellyfish and sea urchins.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Bahía Aguacate in Capurganá requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Bahía Aguacate in Capurganá. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Bahía Aguacate in Capurganá. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Bahía Aguacate in Capurganá are January, February, March, April, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Bahía Aguacate in Capurganá. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Bahía Aguacate in Capurganá typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.