

Best for intermediate divers, 10-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Los Frailes is a reef and pinnacle site located 1609 metres off the coast near Manzanillo Bay. Divers encounter depths ranging from 10 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. The site features moderate currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Access is by boat only to avoid hazardous surf and shore break. Due to the current and depth, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, sea slugs, pufferfish, and various moray eels. Divers should remain alert for strong currents and avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks on the seabed.
19.07660, -104.39230
Current can strengthen without much warning at the pinnacle, so keep your group close and agree on a turn-pressure before descending. Confirm boat and conditions with a local operator before your trip, as facilities are not fixed at this site.
About 10 minutes from the mainland by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, sea slugs, pufferfish, various moray eels, and the occasional spotted eagle ray or frogfish.
No, Los Frailes is recommended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and the need for attentive buoyancy control.
The site ranges from 10 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site. Boat entry is required to avoid the hazardous surf and shore break found near the coast.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths reaching 30 metres and moderate currents, making it less suitable for casual snorkelling.
Diving at Los frailes in Manzanillo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Los frailes in Manzanillo. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Los frailes in Manzanillo. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Los frailes in Manzanillo typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.