

Best for beginner divers, 15-25m, boat entry.
Cayacoa Reef, located off Catalina Island, is a reef site suitable for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 15 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Divers access the reef by boat, which is required due to its location 1000 metres from shore. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres, and water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius. Night diving is permitted at this location. Divers should exercise caution regarding active boat traffic and avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks. Full facilities including rinse stations and equipment rental are available at the departure point.
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Watch where you place your hands and fins because the coral and rocks are sharp and boat traffic is active in the area, so stay close to your guide on the surface. Full facilities including showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station are available at the departure point, so you can travel light.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
15-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers as it offers calm conditions and no significant currents.
The reef reaches depths of 15 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Access to Cayacoa Reef is by boat only, located 1000 metres from the shore.
Hazards include active boat traffic in the area and sharp coral and rocks that can cause injury.
Diving at Cayacoa Reef in Cayacoa Reef requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Cayacoa Reef in Cayacoa Reef. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cayacoa Reef in Cayacoa Reef. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Visibility at Cayacoa Reef in Cayacoa Reef typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.