

Best for advanced divers, 12-30m, shore entry, moderate current.
Cantil del Barco is a wall and reef drift site in San Andrés, Colombia, suited for advanced divers. The topography features a wall dropping from 12 metres to 30 metres. Divers should expect moderate currents that can strengthen, alongside variable visibility. Water temperatures remain between 27 and 29 degrees Celsius. Entry is from the shore, requiring careful planning for the exit. Due to the potential for deep water, low visibility, and strong currents, divers must maintain strict buoyancy control and situational awareness. Surface marker buoys are essential for visibility to boat traffic. Arrive self-sufficient with all necessary equipment, as on-site facilities are unconfirmed.
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Check current conditions with local operators before committing to the dive, as the current can shift considerably and low visibility compounds the challenge of navigating the wall. Facilities on site are unconfirmed, so arrive self-sufficient with all your own equipment and a surface marker buoy.
Accessible by boat from Providencia island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Moderate
Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, spotted scorpionfish, flying gurnard, queen angelfish, spotted moray, great barracuda, Indian lionfish, French angelfish, foureye butterfly fish, wrasses, whiptail stingray, blue tang, scrawled filefish, and Caribbean ocean surgeonfish.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to the wall topography, moderate currents, and variable visibility.
The site features a wall that drops from 12 metres down to 30 metres.
This is a shore entry site. Divers should plan their exit carefully before entering the water, especially when currents are active.
This site is classified as a dive site for advanced divers and is not recommended for snorkelling due to the depth and current conditions.
Diving at Cantil del Barco in Providencia requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cantil del Barco in Providencia. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
Divers at Cantil del Barco in Providencia 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.
Expect moderate currents at Cantil del Barco in Providencia. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.