

Best for advanced divers, 10-30m, boat entry, strong current.
El Canyon is a drift dive site situated at the south end of San Benedicto Island. This advanced site features a combination of reef, wall, and canyon topography, with depths ranging from 10 to 30 metres and an average depth of 23 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, typically via liveaboard, due to its remote location. Divers should be prepared for strong currents, surge, and significant thermoclines, particularly between 20 and 30 metres. Visibility is variable, ranging from 10 to 46 metres. Given the exposure to open ocean conditions and potential for deep diving, this site is suited for experienced divers only.
19.29900, -110.80810
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Depth
10-30m
Visibility
10-46m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-27°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
60 min
The site ranges from 10 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 23 metres.
No, El Canyon is an advanced level dive site due to strong currents, surge, and exposure to open ocean conditions.
Access is by boat only, and the site is typically reached via liveaboard.
Water temperatures range from 23C to 27C, with thermoclines often creating noticeable changes between 20 and 30 metres.
Diving at El Canyon in San Benedicto - Canyon requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Canyon in San Benedicto - Canyon. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 27°C.