

Best for intermediate divers, 13-22m, boat entry, moderate current.
Mali-Mali is a diverse site within Coiba National Park featuring a combination of reef, wall, and pinnacle topography. Divers typically explore depths between 13 and 22 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Visibility ranges from 15 to 30 metres. The site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers comfortable with moderate currents and open-water conditions. Thermoclines can cause water temperatures to drop from the typical 26 to 29 degrees Celsius range down to 16 degrees Celsius. Hazards include deep water, strong currents, surge, and thermoclines. Divers should maintain proper buoyancy to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks.
7.65390, -81.70030
Current direction and strength can shift quickly around the pinnacle, so stay close to your guide and establish your exit plan before descending. Bring a surface marker buoy as the boat may need to track you across open water after the dive.
Accessible by boat from Santa Catalina.
Recorded at this site
Depth
13-22m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Aug
The site ranges from 13 to 22 metres deep, with an average depth of 18 metres.
No, the site is suited for intermediate divers and requires advanced certification due to the depth and current conditions.
Mali-Mali is located 22 kilometres from shore and requires boat access.
While the site is used for both diving and snorkelling, the depth and current conditions make it primarily a destination for intermediate divers.
Hazards include deep water, sharks, strong currents, surge, and significant thermoclines.
Diving at Mali in Santa Catalina requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Mali in Santa Catalina. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Mali in Santa Catalina are August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Mali in Santa Catalina. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Mali in Santa Catalina typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.