

Best for beginner divers, 1-15m, shore entry, mild current.
La Barrita is a reef site located 50 metres from the shore in Cabo Pulmo, Mexico. As the largest continuous reef in the park, it is easily accessible from the main beach. The site features depths ranging from 1 to 15 metres, with an average of 8 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Marine life includes very common wrasses, groupers, and razor surgeonfish. Common sightings include king angelfish, Cortez angelfish, guineafowl puffer, Moorish idol, triggerfish, and redlip parrotfish. Uncommon species such as California sea lions, Panamic green moray, jewel moray, scorpionfish, and pufferfish are also recorded here.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 15m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
You will regularly encounter wrasses, groupers, and razor surgeonfish. Other common species include king angelfish, Cortez angelfish, guineafowl puffer, Moorish idol, triggerfish, and redlip parrotfish, with occasional sightings of California sea lions and various moray eels.
Yes, La Barrita is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 8 metres and mild currents.
The depth at this site ranges from 1 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
La Barrita is a shore entry site located 50 metres from the beach.
Yes, La Barrita is suitable for snorkelling with a rating of 3 out of 5.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near La Barrita in Cabo Pulmo. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at La Barrita in Cabo Pulmo. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C.
Divers at La Barrita in Cabo Pulmo should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
La Barrita in Cabo Pulmo typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at La Barrita in Cabo Pulmo typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.