

Best for beginner divers, 9-21m, boat entry, mild current.
Spearmex is a boat-access reef located 5000 metres from the shore of El Morro, Mexico. The site features depths ranging from 9 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility between 9 and 24 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 23 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers can access air fills and a dive shop nearby, though it is recommended to confirm equipment rental availability with the operator before departure. Morning boat trips are often preferred to ensure calmer surface conditions for the transit to the reef.
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Air fills and a dive shop are available, so you don't need to arrive fully kitted out, but confirm equipment rental availability with the operator before departure. The site runs year-round, giving you flexibility on timing, though booking a morning boat often means calmer surface conditions for the ride out.
Departure from Marina La Cruz and Punta Mita.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-21m
Visibility
9-24m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
120 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is well suited to newly certified open water divers, offering depths between 9 and 21 metres and mild currents.
This is a boat-access site located 5000 metres from the shore, requiring a boat for entry.
Depths range from 9 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Yes, air fills and a dive shop are available, though you should confirm equipment rental availability with your operator before departure.
Diving at Spearmex in Punta Mita requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Spearmex in Punta Mita are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Spearmex in Punta Mita typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Spearmex in Punta Mita typically ranges from 9 metres to 24 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.