

Best for intermediate divers, 12-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Barco Hundido is a wreck and reef site located 80 metres off the coast of San Andrés. The site features a sunken vessel surrounded by reef communities, with depths ranging from 12 to 30 metres, though the site can reach 46 metres. Divers experience visibility between 10 and 25 metres and mild currents. Access is by boat only. The wreck presents an overhead environment, requiring appropriate training and caution for those choosing to penetrate the structure. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy to manage currents and monitor depth carefully throughout the 40-minute dive. Water temperatures remain consistent between 27 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
12.54882, -81.73862
Stay downcurrent of the wreck during photography to avoid stirring sediment that clouds compartment interiors.
Boat access required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-30m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May
The site ranges from 12 to 30 metres, though it can reach depths of 46 metres.
While Open Water certification is the minimum entry point, the site is rated for intermediate skill levels due to the overhead environment of the wreck.
Boat access is required to reach Barco Hundido, which is located 80 metres from the shore.
Divers can expect mild currents, visibility between 10 and 25 metres, and water temperatures ranging from 27 to 29 degrees Celsius.
The wreck creates an overhead environment. Divers should be comfortable with penetration protocols, carry a torch, and monitor their depth and buoyancy to avoid down currents.
Diving at Barco Hundido in San Andres requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Barco Hundido in San Andres. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Barco Hundido in San Andres are May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Barco Hundido in San Andres 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.