

Best for beginner divers, 2-12m, shore entry, mild current.
Escambron Beach in San Juan offers a versatile shore entry site featuring a combination of natural reef, artificial reef, and wreck structures. Suitable for beginners, the site ranges from 2 to 12 metres in depth with an average of 6 metres. Divers typically experience mild currents and visibility between 3 and 9 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 27C to 30C. The site supports night diving and is equipped with parking, toilets, showers, and nearby dive shops offering guided tours. Hazards to monitor include surf, rip currents, and low visibility conditions.
18.48870, -66.13290
The west corner of the beach is less crowded and offers a more natural landscape under the palm trees.
Located in Puerta de Tierra between Old San Juan and Condado. Accessible via the Paseo de Tierra walking path.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 12m
Visibility
3-9m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is classified as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 2 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres.
Escambron Beach is a shore entry dive site.
Divers should be aware of surf, rip currents, and low visibility conditions.
Yes, night diving is permitted at this site.
Diving at Escambron Beach in San Juan requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Escambron Beach in San Juan. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Escambron Beach in San Juan are January, February, March, April, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Escambron Beach in San Juan typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Escambron Beach in San Juan typically ranges from 3 metres to 9 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.