

Best for intermediate divers, 12-33m, boat entry, moderate current.
El Remanso is a reef drift dive located off Gorgona Island, Colombia, designed for intermediate divers. The site features a reef structure spanning depths between 12 and 33 metres. Divers experience moderate currents that can shift, requiring solid buoyancy control and current awareness. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and the use of a surface marker buoy is essential for this drift dive. Water temperatures fluctuate between 24 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Hazards include sharks and strong currents; divers should monitor their equipment to avoid entanglement on the reef structure and avoid overhead environments without proper training.
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Confirm current direction and strength with your boat crew before descending, as conditions at El Remanso can shift beyond moderate without much notice. A surface marker buoy is essential for this drift dive, and your operator may require one before you enter the water.
The site is located off the coast of Gorgona Island and requires boat access.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-33m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-29°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
The site ranges from 12 to 33 metres deep.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the drift conditions and potential for strong currents.
Access is by boat only, as the site is located 35 kilometres from the shore.
Divers should be aware of sharks and strong currents. Additionally, avoid penetrating overhead environments and monitor equipment to prevent entanglement.
This site is classified as a dive site with depths starting at 12 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at El remanso in Gorgona Island requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El remanso in Gorgona Island. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit El remanso in Gorgona Island are January, February, March, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at El remanso in Gorgona Island. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at El remanso in Gorgona Island typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.