

Best for beginner divers, 3-40m, shore entry, moderate current.
Baie des Cochons offers diverse underwater terrain accessible via shore entry. The site features a shallow reef starting at 3 metres that transitions into a wall and drop-off reaching 40 metres. Divers can explore a wreck and cave system located approximately 150 metres from the shore. Conditions are generally stable with 30 metres of visibility and water temperatures ranging from 26 to 31 degrees Celsius. A moderate current is present, requiring careful planning for entry and exit. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving. Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Stoplight Parrotfish, Purple Sea Fan, Blue Tang, Striped Parrotfish, Christmas Tree Worm, Lizardfish, Sergeants, and various snails.
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The on-site dive shop offers air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours, so you can arrive light and get a local briefing on the current direction before you kit up. Night diving is available here, and the calm, clear conditions make it a comfortable first night dive for beginners.
The site is accessible via natural entry points from the rocky shore.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-40m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-31°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Year-round
Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Stoplight Parrotfish, Purple Sea Fan, Blue Tang, Striped Parrotfish, Christmas Tree Worm, Lizardfish, Sergeants, and snails.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners and provides a useful environment for building confidence across different depths and features.
The site ranges from a shallow reef at 3 metres down to a wall and drop-off reaching 40 metres.
This is a shore-entry site located 150 metres from the coast.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkeling activities.
Maintain awareness of your surroundings as sharks are present in these waters.
Diving at Baie des cochons in Playa Giron requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Baie des cochons in Playa Giron. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Baie des cochons in Playa Giron. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 31°C.
The best months to visit Baie des cochons in Playa Giron are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Baie des cochons in Playa Giron. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Baie des cochons in Playa Giron typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.