

Best for beginner divers, 1-20m, shore entry, moderate current.
Arbolitos is a shore-entry reef and kelp forest site located at the Coronado Islands. Divers can explore depths ranging from 1 to 20 metres, making it suitable for beginners. The site features a moderate current and visibility typically between 3 and 10 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 14 and 19 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Shore entry requires caution due to surf, shore break, and the presence of sharp coral and sea urchins on the rocks. Species recorded around this area include California sea lions, harbour seals, scorpionfish, spiny lobsters, and various sea stars and nudibranchs. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, and a cafe.
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The shore entry involves a surf and shore break, so time your entry between sets and watch your footing on the rocks as sea urchins and sharp coral are present near the surface. Full facilities including parking, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station are on site, so there is no need to pack light.
Situated on the southern edge of the Punta Banda Peninsula, a 20-minute drive from the La Bufadora blowhole.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 20m
Visibility
3-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
14-19°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include California sea lions, harbour seals, scorpionfish, California spiny lobsters, and various sea stars, nudibranchs, and snails.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 20 metres.
The depth at this site ranges from 1 to 20 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive. Divers should time their entry between sets due to surf and shore break conditions.
Hazards include jellyfish, sea urchins, sharp coral, and surf. Protective footwear is recommended for shore entry to avoid sharp coral and sea urchins on the rocks.
Diving at Arbolitos in Ensenada requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Arbolitos in Ensenada. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 19°C.
The best months to visit Arbolitos in Ensenada are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Arbolitos in Ensenada. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Arbolitos in Ensenada typically ranges from 3 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.