

Best for beginner divers, Up to 13m, boat entry, mild current.
La Marina is a shallow reef located off Isla de la Roqueta, Mexico, suitable for beginner divers. The site reaches a maximum depth of 13 metres and features mild currents. Divers can explore a large coral colony, with pufferfish, boxfish, and butterflyfish inhabiting the shallower sections. Lobsters and crabs occupy crevices within the reef structure, while starfish are found on the sandy bottom. Eagle rays and turtles are also present in the area. Access is by boat only, and divers must remain vigilant of boat traffic during ascent. Facilities including equipment rental, air fills, and guided tours are available nearby.
16.82190, -99.90150
Keep a close eye on your depth throughout the dive, as the 13-metre limit is easy to exceed when following eagle rays or turtles along the reef slope. Ascend slowly and signal with a surface marker buoy before surfacing to stay visible to boat traffic above.
Avenida Costera Miguel Alemán 215, Fraccionamiento Las Playas, CP 39390 Acapulco de Juárez, Guerrero México.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 13m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-31°C
Current
Mild
Divers can observe pufferfish, boxfish, butterflyfish, lobsters, crabs, starfish, eagle rays, and turtles.
Yes, La Marina is suitable for beginner divers due to its shallow depth and mild currents.
The reef extends to a maximum depth of 13 metres.
This is a boat-access site, and a boat is required to reach the reef.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallow reef structure may be suitable for snorkelling depending on local operator policies.
Due to boat traffic, divers should ascend slowly and use a surface marker buoy to remain visible to vessels above.
Diving at La Marina in Acapulco de Juárez requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near La Marina in Acapulco de Juárez. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at La Marina in Acapulco de Juárez. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 31°C.
La Marina in Acapulco de Juárez typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.