

Best for beginner divers, shore entry, mild current.
Playa Angosta is a narrow, protected cove situated between high cliffs on Isla de la Roqueta. The site features rocky walls that provide habitat for a variety of marine life, including spotted eagle rays, wrasses, guineafowl puffers, and flower urchins. Divers and snorkellers may also encounter porcupinefish, barberfish, triggerfish, threebanded butterflyfish, rock cod, groupers, razor surgeonfish, pufferfish, bluespotted cornetfish, and yellow snapper. This shore-entry site is suitable for beginners, though conditions vary with mild currents and occasional surf. Facilities at the location include parking, toilets, and a cafe. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 28C to 31C.
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Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
28-31°C
Current
Mild
Common sightings include spotted eagle rays, wrasses, guineafowl puffers, and flower urchins. Less frequently, divers may encounter porcupinefish, barberfish, triggerfish, threebanded butterflyfish, rock cod, groupers, razor surgeonfish, pufferfish, bluespotted cornetfish, and yellow snapper.
Yes, Playa Angosta is considered suitable for beginners.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with a snorkel rating of 3/5.
Entry to the water at Playa Angosta is from the shore.
Divers and snorkellers should be aware of potential surf and the presence of sharks in the area.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Playa Angosta in Acapulco. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 31°C.
Playa Angosta in Acapulco typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.