

Banderas is a marine site located in the Cancun Hotel Zone, featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures. The site is suitable for various skill levels, with depths ranging from 6 to 15 metres and an average depth of 10 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site experiences mild currents. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes, and night diving is permitted. Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, Nurse Shark, Spotted Moray, Indian Lionfish, Queen Angelfish, Green Moray, Wrasses, Blue Tang, Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Purple Sea Fan, and Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish. Whale Sharks and Green Sea Turtles are also occasionally recorded in the broader region.
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Avoid diving later than three hours after zenith to prevent winds from creating surface currents and waves.
Boat access is required for most sites in the bay, with departures often from Los Muertos beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-15m
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, Nurse Shark, Spotted Moray, Indian Lionfish, Queen Angelfish, Green Moray, Wrasses, Blue Tang, Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Purple Sea Fan, and Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish. Whale Sharks and Green Sea Turtles are also recorded in the region.
Yes, the site is suitable for various skill levels, featuring mild currents and an average depth of 10 metres.
The depth at Banderas ranges from 6 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Banderas is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
The site is primarily used for diving, and access is by boat.
Diving at Banderas in Puerto Vallarta requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Banderas in Puerto Vallarta. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Banderas in Puerto Vallarta. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Banderas in Puerto Vallarta are January, February, March, April, May, June, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Banderas in Puerto Vallarta typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.