

Best for beginner divers, 12-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Las 3 Piedras is a reef site located off the Caribbean coast of Santa Marta, Colombia. Suitable for beginner divers, the site features depths ranging from 12 to 18 metres with an average of 15 metres. The reef is accessed by boat, and divers should be aware of mild currents and boat traffic. Water temperatures remain warm, between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius. Species recorded around this area include spotted moray, queen angelfish, spotted scorpionfish, chain moray, green moray, Brazilian reef octopus, Indian lionfish, French angelfish, rock beauty, smooth trunkfish, snake eel, Pacific trumpetfish, wrasses, and honeycomb cowfish. Divers should use an SMB during ascent and avoid contact with sea urchins or rock crevices.
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The sandy channels between the three rock formations often reveal resting nurse sharks.
The site is accessed by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-18m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include spotted moray, queen angelfish, spotted scorpionfish, Brazilian reef octopus, Indian lionfish, and various wrasses.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers, though it requires boat access and good buoyancy control to navigate the reef structure.
The depth at Las 3 Piedras ranges from 12 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; boat access is required to reach the reef.
The main hazards are boat traffic, sea urchins, and camouflaged species like stonefish and lionfish. Divers should stay close to their guide and use an SMB during ascent.
Diving at Las 3 Piedras in Taganga requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Las 3 Piedras in Taganga. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
Las 3 Piedras in Taganga typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.