

Best for intermediate divers, 5-18m, boat entry, moderate current.
Isla Verde in Anegada de Adentro features a combination of natural reef and artificial structures, including the coral formations and passages known as Las Catedrales. Divers can explore depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. The site is accessible only by boat, located 15 kilometres from the shore. Conditions vary, with visibility between 10 and 30 metres and moderate currents. Marine life recorded at the site includes French Angelfish, Spanish Hogfish, Foureye Butterfly Fish, wrasses, Christmas Tree Worms, Pacific Trumpetfish, Lettuce Sea Slugs, Smooth Trunkfish, Snake Eels, Brain Coral, Elkhorn Coral, sea hares, long-spined sea urchins, and shrimp. Hazards include boat traffic, sharp coral, sea urchins, and strong currents.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Divers can encounter species such as French Angelfish, Spanish Hogfish, Foureye Butterfly Fish, wrasses, Christmas Tree Worms, Pacific Trumpetfish, Lettuce Sea Slugs, Smooth Trunkfish, Snake Eels, Brain Coral, Elkhorn Coral, sea hares, long-spined sea urchins, and shrimp.
No, the site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and potential hazards like boat traffic and sharp coral.
The site ranges from 5 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Yes, Isla Verde is located 15 kilometres from the shore and requires a boat for access.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5.
Diving at Isla Verde in Veracruz requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Isla Verde in Veracruz. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Isla Verde in Veracruz. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Isla Verde in Veracruz typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.