

Best for beginner divers, 7-13m, boat entry, mild current.
El Ballenato is a reef site in the Canarreos Archipelago, Cuba, offering a drift dive experience suitable for beginners. Located 5000 metres from shore, the site features depths between 7 and 13 metres with an average of 10 metres. Divers benefit from consistent 30-metre visibility and a mild current that facilitates a relaxed drift. The reef structure supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates. Boat access is required, and the site is available for both day and night dives. As sharks are present at this location, divers should follow all safety briefings provided by their dive operator.
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Night dives here reward patient observers, so if the dive shop offers an evening departure, it is worth booking alongside your day dive. As sharks are present, your dive operator will brief you on behaviour guidelines before the dive, so listen carefully and ask questions if anything is unclear.
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Depth
7-13m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-31°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
The reef structure supports various reef fish and invertebrates. Sharks are also present at this site.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the manageable depths and mild current.
The depth ranges from 7 to 13 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a boat dive, and a boat charter is required to reach the site.
The site is primarily used for diving, and boat access is required to reach the location.
Sharks are present at this site. Divers should listen carefully to the behaviour guidelines provided by their dive operator.
Diving at El Ballenato in El Ballenato requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at El Ballenato in El Ballenato. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 31°C.
El Ballenato in El Ballenato typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at El Ballenato in El Ballenato typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.