

Best for intermediate divers, 13-31m, boat entry, mild current.
Caribaru is a reef and wall site located 500 metres off the Cartagena Coast. Divers and snorkellers access this site by boat, which is required for entry. The site features depths ranging from 13 to 31 metres, with an average depth of 13 metres. Conditions are generally suitable for intermediate skill levels, with mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent, typically between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. Night diving is available at this location. Hazards include the presence of jellyfish. Species recorded around this area include various parrotfish, wrasses, blue tang, and butterfly fish.
10.16930, -75.75468
The Rosario Islands are a protected marine sanctuary located a short boat ride from Cartagena.
Accessible by boat from Cartagena.
Recorded at this site
Depth
13-31m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include blue tang, wrasses, stoplight parrotfish, striped parrotfish, round stingray, foureye butterfly fish, Spanish hogfish, smooth trunkfish, Caribbean sharpnose puffer, cushion sea star, scrawled filefish, Pacific trumpetfish, gray angelfish, and great barracuda.
Caribaru is rated for intermediate skill levels.
The depth ranges from 13 to 31 metres, with an average depth of 13 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 500 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Caribaru in Caribbean Coast requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Caribaru in Caribbean Coast. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Caribaru in Caribbean Coast are January, February, March, April, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Caribaru in Caribbean Coast should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Caribaru in Caribbean Coast typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Caribaru in Caribbean Coast typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.