

Best for beginner divers, 5-22m, boat entry, mild current.
La Pastelería is a Caribbean reef site located in the Islas del Rosario, Colombia. The reef topography extends from 5 metres to a maximum depth of 22 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. This site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and warm water temperatures, which remain between 29 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 20 metres. Access to the site is by boat only, and divers should maintain good buoyancy control to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks present across the reef structure. A typical dive lasts 45 minutes.
9.80350, -75.71300
Boat access is required, so arrange your operator in advance and confirm current availability of facilities locally before you go. Keep a conservative depth plan on your first visit and stay well clear of the reef structure, as contact with sharp coral or rocks is the main hazard here.
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Depth
5-22m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and the ability to spend time in the shallower sections of the reef.
The reef ranges from 5 metres to 22 metres deep, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 35 kilometres from the shore.
The primary hazard is contact with sharp coral and rocks, so divers should maintain good buoyancy control.
The water temperature is warm, consistently between 29 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at La Pastelería in San Onofre. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.