

Best for beginner divers, 10-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Isla San Francisquito is a boat-access reef site located in Baja California, Mexico. Divers typically explore depths between 10 and 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. The site offers consistent visibility of 30 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. While conditions are generally mild, the area is subject to strong currents that can develop without warning. Divers should monitor local conditions closely and maintain proximity to their vessel at all times. Water temperatures range from 20 to 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year, with a typical dive duration of 50 minutes.
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Current here can spike without much warning, so even though conditions are generally mild, check with your boat operator on the day before descending. Confirm what gear and air fills are available locally before you travel, as facilities are not guaranteed.
Board a well-provisioned and equipped yacht in La Paz for a six-hour cruise to the protected anchorage.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-18m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers due to the consistent visibility and manageable depths.
The reef is located at depths between 10 and 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a boat-access site, and a boat is required to reach the reef.
The primary hazard is the current, which can be strong and may spike without warning. Divers should monitor conditions closely and stay near their boat.
Diving at Isla San Francisquito in Baja California requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Isla San Francisquito in Baja California. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Isla San Francisquito in Baja California are August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Isla San Francisquito in Baja California typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Isla San Francisquito in Baja California typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.