

Best for beginner divers, 2-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Punta Aguja is a reef and wall dive site located 3000 metres off the coast of Santa Marta, Colombia. The site features depths ranging from 2 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Access is by boat only, and divers should be prepared for moderate currents and sharp coral. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures generally range from 25 to 30 degrees Celsius, though they may drop to 21 degrees Celsius during the windy season between December and April. Species recorded around this area include moray eels, angelfish, scorpionfish, octopus, lionfish, trunkfish, eels, trumpetfish, wrasses, and cowfish.
11.31808, -74.19977
Watch the three available community videos to see what divers encounter before committing to the dive.
Access typically runs through local dive shops on the mainland or nearby islands. Bring your credentials.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
35 min
Best Time
Year-round
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.
Yes, Punta Aguja is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 12 metres.
The depth ranges from 2 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Punta Aguja is a boat dive, located 3000 metres from the shore.
Visibility is between 10 and 30 metres, with moderate currents and water temperatures ranging from 25 to 30 degrees Celsius, though it can cool to 21 degrees Celsius during the windy season.
Diving at Punta Aguja in Santa Marta requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Punta Aguja in Santa Marta. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Punta Aguja in Santa Marta. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Punta Aguja in Santa Marta are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.