

Best for intermediate divers, 50-60m, boat entry, mild current.
The Diaz Ordaz is a wreck site located off Isla San Pedro Nalasco, Mexico, serving as an artificial reef. The structure sits at depths between 50 and 60 metres, requiring intermediate skill levels and appropriate deep diving training. Access is exclusively by boat from San Carlos. Divers can expect visibility ranging from 21 to 30 metres with mild currents. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 16 to 25 degrees Celsius, necessitating careful thermal protection planning. Due to the depth, divers must manage bottom time and ascent profiles strictly. Species recorded around this area include California sea lions, king angelfish, scorpionfish, wrasses, barberfish, groupers, sea stars, and California golden gorgonians.
28.04600, -111.23357
Water temperature swings between 16 and 25 degrees Celsius depending on the season, so pack a thicker wetsuit if you are visiting in the cooler months. Given the depth, bring a dive computer and confirm your gas planning with the dive shop before departure.
Located at Bahia Salinas on Isla del Carmen.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
50-60m
Visibility
21-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-25°C
Current
Mild
While not confirmed at this specific wreck, species recorded around this area include California sea lions, king angelfish, scorpionfish, wrasses, barberfish, groupers, sea stars, and California golden gorgonians.
No, this site is not suitable for beginners. It is classified as deep diving territory with depths between 50 and 60 metres, requiring intermediate skill levels and specific deep diving training.
The wreck sits at depths between 50 and 60 metres, with an average depth of 55 metres.
No, the site is only accessible by boat. Boat charters are available from San Carlos.
No, this site is not suitable for snorkelling due to the significant depth of the wreck.
Diving at Diaz Ordaz Wreck in San Carlos requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Diaz Ordaz Wreck in San Carlos. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 25°C.
Diaz Ordaz Wreck in San Carlos typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Diaz Ordaz Wreck in San Carlos typically ranges from 21 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.