

Best for advanced divers, 17-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Punta Tosca is an advanced dive site in the Revillagigedo Archipelago featuring a combination of wall, reef, and drift diving. The site reaches depths between 17 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Divers encounter moderate currents that can shift quickly, requiring strong buoyancy control and drift experience. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 24 and 27 degrees Celsius, with thermoclines frequently present. Access is strictly by boat charter, and divers must be prepared for deep water and sharp reef structures. Due to the challenging conditions and vertical drop, this site is suitable only for advanced divers.
18.78105, -111.04015
Current direction and strength can shift quickly at Punta Tosca, so brief closely with your dive guide before entry and confirm the pick-up plan with the boat crew. Keep a surface marker buoy clipped and ready from the moment you enter the water.
The site is located on Socorro Island, which is reached by a 24-hour boat journey from Cabo San Lucas.
Recorded at this site
Depth
17-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-27°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the moderate currents, deep water, and the requirement for precise buoyancy control.
The site ranges from 17 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Punta Tosca is accessible by boat charter only.
Water temperatures range from 24 to 27 degrees Celsius, with thermoclines often occurring throughout the water column.
Divers should watch for moderate currents, deep water, and sharp coral or rock structures that can cause injury upon contact.
Diving at Punta Tosca in Revillagigedo requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Punta Tosca in Revillagigedo. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 27°C.