

Best for beginner divers, 10-60m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
La Parguera in San Andrés, Colombia, offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a reef, a wreck, a wall, and a drop-off. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 10 to 60 metres, though recreational divers typically focus on the shallower reef and wreck sections. Visibility is consistent, ranging between 24 and 30 metres, with water temperatures between 26 and 28C. Mild currents make the site manageable for most divers. Entry is possible from both shore and boat. Night diving is available to explore the structures after dark. Divers should remain vigilant for boat traffic when surfacing and avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks.
12.54530, -81.68106
The site is accessible from shore, so you don't need to book a boat, but the on-site dive shop is worth visiting before you enter to get a current briefing on conditions and the best route to the wreck.
Access is by boat.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
10-60m
Visibility
24-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
26-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers should be aware of the varying depths and the presence of a wall and drop-off.
Depths at the site range from 10 to 60 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Yes, the site is accessible from the shore, though it is recommended to visit the on-site dive shop first for a briefing on current conditions and the best route to the wreck.
The site experiences mild currents and visibility between 24 and 30 metres, with water temperatures ranging from 26 to 28C.
Divers should remain vigilant for boat traffic when surfacing and avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks to prevent injury.
Diving at La Parguera in San Andrés requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at La Parguera in San Andrés. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit La Parguera in San Andrés are January, February, March, April, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.