

Best for beginner divers, 8-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Barritas de Gairaca is a Caribbean reef site located in Santa Marta, Colombia, offering a manageable environment for beginner divers. The reef topography begins at a shallow depth of 8 metres and slopes down to 25 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Access is exclusively by boat. Due to the presence of boat traffic in the area, divers should remain close to their guide and deploy a delayed surface marker buoy upon ascent. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, fluctuating between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius.
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Boat traffic is the main hazard here, so stay close to your guide and surface with a delayed surface marker buoy to make yourself visible to passing vessels. Check locally for current facility availability before your trip, as services at this remote site can vary.
Access is via boat from nearby dive centers.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is well-suited for newly certified divers due to the shallow starting depth of 8 metres and mild currents.
The reef ranges from 8 to 25 metres deep, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Access to this site is by boat only.
The main hazard is boat traffic. Divers should stay close to their guide and use a delayed surface marker buoy when surfacing.
Water temperatures range from 26 to 30 degrees Celsius depending on the month.
Diving at Barritas de Gairaca in Santa Marta requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Barritas de Gairaca in Santa Marta. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.