

Best for beginner divers, 2-8m, boat entry, mild current.
El Vencedor is a wreck and artificial reef site located 500 metres offshore from Cabo Pulmo. The site features a shallow depth range of 2 to 8 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres. Access is strictly by boat. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 22C and 29C throughout the year. The site is suitable for beginners, with typical dives lasting around 45 minutes. Hazards at this location include potential entanglement, sea urchins, sharks, and sharp coral. Local facilities provide guided tours, equipment rental, and air fills.
23.44520, -109.41800
Best lighting conditions are during midday; wide-angle lenses are recommended for photography.
Exclusively a boat dive site. Divers typically depart from the main beach in Cabo Pulmo village via panga. Entry is commonly via a backward roll.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 8m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site has a depth range of 2 to 8 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
El Vencedor requires boat access as it is located 500 metres from the shore.
Divers should be aware of entanglement risks, sea urchins, sharks, and sharp coral.
Diving at El Vencedor in Cabo Pulmo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near El Vencedor in Cabo Pulmo. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Vencedor in Cabo Pulmo. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit El Vencedor in Cabo Pulmo are May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
El Vencedor in Cabo Pulmo typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at El Vencedor in Cabo Pulmo typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.