

Best for advanced divers, Up to 30m, boat entry, strong current.
Cueva del Toro is a challenging marine dive site in Santa Marta, Colombia, suited for advanced divers. The site features a combination of reef and cave topography with depths reaching 30 metres. Access is by boat only, which is required due to the strong currents present in the area. Divers should be prepared for an overhead environment when exploring the cavern entrance. Water temperatures at this site range from 25C to 30C throughout the year. Given the combination of deep water, overhead structures, and strong currents, this site requires significant experience and careful planning.
11.34801, -74.10447
Currents can be tricky but the marine life makes it worth it.
Accessible by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Strong
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents, deep water, and overhead environment.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 30 metres.
A boat is required to access this site.
Water temperatures range from 25C in March to 30C in October.
The main hazards include the deep water, the overhead environment of the cave, and strong currents.
Diving at Cueva del Toro in Taganga requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Cueva del Toro in Taganga. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.