

Best for advanced divers, 8-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Bonito Gordo is a reef wall located off the coast of Santa Marta, Colombia. The site features a significant depth profile, dropping from 8 metres to 40 metres with an average depth of 18 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and variable visibility ranging between 10 and 20 metres. The topography consists of rock formations and sharp coral, requiring careful buoyancy control. Access is exclusively by boat, and the site is suited for advanced divers due to the depth and current conditions. Species recorded around this area include spotted moray, queen angelfish, spotted scorpionfish, French angelfish, Indian lionfish, Brazilian reef octopus, green moray, chain moray, chupare stingray, rock beauty, Pacific trumpetfish, honeycomb cowfish, wrasses, and longsnout butterflyfish.
11.30241, -74.16789
Boat traffic is an active hazard at this site, so deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending and keep your ascent controlled. Confirm current conditions with your operator before the dive, as moderate current can strengthen depending on the day.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-40m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include spotted moray, queen angelfish, spotted scorpionfish, French angelfish, Indian lionfish, Brazilian reef octopus, green moray, chain moray, chupare stingray, rock beauty, Pacific trumpetfish, honeycomb cowfish, wrasses, and longsnout butterflyfish.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth range of 8 to 40 metres and the presence of moderate currents.
The reef drops from 8 metres down to 40 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Bonito Gordo is accessible only by boat.
This site is designed for diving and is not suitable for snorkelling due to the depth and current conditions.
Diving at Bonito Gordo in Santa Marta requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Bonito Gordo in Santa Marta. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
Expect moderate currents at Bonito Gordo in Santa Marta. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Bonito Gordo in Santa Marta typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.