

Best for beginner divers, 2-12m, boat entry, mild current.
Cacaluta, coral garden is a reef site located in Bahia Chachacual, Mexico. The site features a coral plate extending along the island shore, offering depths ranging from 2 to 12 metres with an average of 8 metres. Access is by boat, with the site situated approximately 100 metres from the shore. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 12 and 35 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, typically between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. The site is suitable for beginners and accommodates both diving and snorkelling activities, with a typical dive duration of 60 minutes.
15.71943, -96.16373
Cacaluta is a protected ecological zone in Huatulco where you can choose between 4 different dive sites and itineraries.
Accessible by boat from the port of Santa Cruz Huatulco or La Crucecita.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 12m
Visibility
12-35m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan-Nov, Dec
Yes, this site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 2 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 100 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with shallow areas as shallow as 2 metres.
Divers and snorkellers should be aware of potential low visibility, strong currents, and surf.
Diving at Cacaluta, coral garden in La Crucecita requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cacaluta, coral garden in La Crucecita. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Cacaluta, coral garden in La Crucecita are January, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Cacaluta, coral garden in La Crucecita typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cacaluta, coral garden in La Crucecita typically ranges from 12 metres to 35 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.