

Best for advanced divers, 40-70m, boat entry, mild current.
El Oasis is a deep wall and drop-off site located 1000 metres offshore from San Andrés. The site features a sharp vertical profile with depths ranging from 40 to 70 metres, averaging 55 metres. Divers experience consistent visibility of 30 metres, allowing for clear views of the wall structure. Conditions include mild currents, though the depth necessitates careful gas planning and decompression management. Access is by boat only, and guided tours are available to assist with navigating the drop-off. Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, spotted moray eels, French angelfish, great barracuda, and whiptail stingrays. Due to the significant depth, this site is strictly for advanced divers.
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With a maximum depth of 70 metres, this site sits firmly in decompression diving range, so plan your gas and deco stops before you enter, not on the way down. Bring a surface marker buoy as standard given the boat-access entry and potential for drift along the wall.
Accessible via boat from Providencia island.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
40-70m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
25 min
Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, spotted moray eels, French angelfish, great barracuda, whiptail stingrays, and various wrasses.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to its depth range of 40 to 70 metres and the requirement for decompression planning.
The site ranges from 40 to 70 metres deep, with an average depth of 55 metres.
El Oasis is a boat-access site located 1000 metres from the shore.
No, this is a deep technical dive site with an average depth of 55 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at El Oasis in San Andres requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near El Oasis in San Andres. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Oasis in San Andres. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 27°C.
Divers at El Oasis 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.
El Oasis in San Andres typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at El Oasis in San Andres typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.