

Best for intermediate divers, 8-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Isla Iglesia is a reef site in Panama, located near Coiba Island, characterised by dramatic underwater rock formations and cathedral-like swim-throughs. The site is accessed by boat and is suitable for intermediate divers. Depths range from 8 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers and snorkellers should be prepared for moderate currents, surge, and sharp coral. Visibility typically fluctuates between 15 and 30 metres, and water temperatures remain consistent between 26 and 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year. A typical dive at this location lasts approximately 50 minutes.
7.63350, -81.73310
Time your dive with incoming tides when flood tides concentrate plankton around the pinnacle summits and cleaning station activity peaks.
Exit timing coordinates with panga pickup, usually from the lee side of the main pinnacle.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-28°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Feb, Mar
The site ranges from 8 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 15 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
Access to Isla Iglesia is by boat only.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5.
Divers and snorkellers should be aware of sharp coral, strong currents, and surge.
Diving at Isla Iglesia in Coiba Island requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Isla Iglesia in Coiba Island. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Isla Iglesia in Coiba Island are February and March. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Isla Iglesia in Coiba Island. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Isla Iglesia in Coiba Island typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.