

Best for intermediate divers, 8-11m, boat entry, moderate current.
Montañita Ii is a reef site located 2000 metres off the coast of Gorgona Island, Colombia. Accessible only by boat, this site features an average depth of 10 metres, with a range between 8 and 11 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and visibility that fluctuates between 3 and 10 metres. The site is suited for intermediate divers, with typical dives lasting around 45 minutes. Hazards include the presence of sharks and strong currents. Species recorded around this area include Panamic Green Moray, Flower Urchin, White-spotted Puffer, Spiny Lobster, Rock Cod, Spotted Boxfish, Triggerfish, Wrasses, Barberfish, Guineafowl Puffer, Bluefin Trevally, Groupers, Arrow Crab, and Pixy Hawkfish.
3.00490, -78.17270
Position yourself along the terrace edges where sharks patrol most frequently, avoiding the flat sandy areas between rock formations.
Boat access is required to reach the site on the southwestern flank of Gorgona Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-11m
Visibility
3-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-28°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, May, Aug
Species recorded around this area include Panamic Green Moray, Flower Urchin, White-spotted Puffer, Spiny Lobster, Rock Cod, Spotted Boxfish, Triggerfish, Wrasses, Barberfish, Guineafowl Puffer, Bluefin Trevally, Groupers, Arrow Crab, and Pixy Hawkfish.
No, Montañita Ii is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate to strong currents.
The site has an average depth of 10 metres, with a range typically between 8 and 11 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 2000 metres from the shore.
Water temperatures at the site range from 25C to 28C throughout the year.
Diving at Montañita Ii in Gorgona requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Montañita Ii in Gorgona. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Montañita Ii in Gorgona are January, May, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Montañita Ii in Gorgona should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.