

Best for intermediate divers, 6-30m, boat entry, mild current.
La Paguera in San Andrés, Colombia, offers a diverse underwater experience combining reef, wall, and artificial reef structures. Suitable for intermediate divers, the site ranges from 6 to 30 metres in depth. Visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres, with water temperatures between 27 and 29C. While currents are generally mild, conditions can shift, and divers should be aware of potential down currents and surge. Access is by boat only. Night diving is available, providing an opportunity to explore the artificial reef structures after dark. Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, French angelfish, spotted moray, great barracuda, and various wrasses.
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The hazard list includes strong currents, down currents, and surge, so brief carefully with your operator before each dive and confirm conditions on the day. Facilities at the departure point cover the basics including showers and rinse stations, so travelling light with your own kit is straightforward.
Providencia is accessible via a 25-minute flight from neighboring San Andres.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, French angelfish, spotted moray, great barracuda, whiptail stingray, and various wrasses.
La Paguera is classified for intermediate divers, and Open Water certification is the minimum requirement for entry.
The site features a depth range of 6 to 30 metres.
La Paguera is a boat-only dive site.
The site is primarily designated for diving, with depths reaching up to 30 metres.
Diving at La Paguera in San Andres requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near La Paguera in San Andres. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at La Paguera in San Andres. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
Divers at La Paguera in San Andres should be aware of crocodiles, jellyfish, stonefish, sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
La Paguera in San Andres typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at La Paguera in San Andres typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.