

Best for beginner divers, 2-23m, boat entry, mild current.
Skull Reef is a volcanic reef and artificial reef site located in the Marietas Islands, Mexico. The site features depths ranging from 2 to 23 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Access is by boat only, as the site is situated 35 kilometres from the shore. Conditions vary, with visibility typically between 5 and 18 metres and mild currents. The site is suitable for beginners and offers a high rating for snorkelling. Hazards include potential entanglement, jellyfish, rip currents, sharp coral, stonefish, and surf. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 21 to 30 degrees Celsius.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 23m
Visibility
5-18m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
21-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
180 min
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 2 to 23 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
No, boat access is required to reach Skull Reef, which is located 35 kilometres from the shore.
Yes, the site is highly rated for snorkelling with a score of 5 out of 5.
Divers and snorkellers should be aware of entanglement risks, jellyfish, rip currents, sharp coral, stonefish, and surf.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Skull Reef in Puerto Vallarta. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 30°C.
Skull Reef in Puerto Vallarta typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Skull Reef in Puerto Vallarta typically ranges from 5 metres to 18 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.