

Best for beginner divers, 20-30m, shore entry.
El Encanto in Maria la Gorda offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a reef, wall, and various cavern and cave structures. This shore-entry dive is suitable for beginners, with depths typically ranging between 20 and 30 metres. The site is characterised by a lack of current, allowing for a relaxed pace while navigating the geological features. Visibility is generally good, reaching up to 30 metres, though it can be variable. Divers should monitor their depth and air consumption closely while exploring the wall. On-site facilities include a dive shop, cafe, and showers, providing a convenient base for post-dive relaxation.
21.78333, -84.51750
Visibility is the one unpredictable factor here, so check conditions with the on-site dive shop before entering. The cafe and shower facilities are on site, so there is no need to rush off after your dive.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
20-30m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
None
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is accessible to open water divers and features a lack of current, making it a relaxed environment for those with beginner skill levels.
The site features a wall that drops into water between 20 and 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
El Encanto is a shore-entry dive site.
Water temperatures at the site range from 27C to 30C throughout the year.
Yes, the site provides a dive shop, a cafe, and shower facilities for divers.
Diving at El Encanto in Western Cuba requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at El Encanto in Western Cuba. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit El Encanto in Western Cuba are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.