

Best for beginner divers, 2-9m, shore entry, mild current.
La Magnesita at Punta Ballena is a shore-accessible site featuring a rocky bottom and underwater ledges. This reef and artificial reef environment is suitable for beginners, offering depths ranging from 2 to 9 metres. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents during their typical 60-minute sessions. Conditions vary, with potential for low visibility and surge. Equipment rental and air fills are available locally. The site provides a habitat for small tropical fish and crustaceans, though specific species observations are not recorded. It is a practical location for those seeking shallow, accessible coastal exploration near the Punta Ballena Lighthouse.
10.99820, -63.79780
La Magnesita is a shore dive site located in Pampatar Bay.
Shore entry from Pampatar Bay.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 9m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
24-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with depths between 2 and 9 metres and mild currents.
The depth at this site ranges from 2 to 9 metres.
La Magnesita is a shore-entry site.
Yes, snorkelling is an activity at this site, which holds a snorkel rating of 3/5.
Water temperatures range from 24C to 29C throughout the year.
Diving at La Magnesita (Punta Ballena) in Pampatar requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near La Magnesita (Punta Ballena) in Pampatar. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at La Magnesita (Punta Ballena) in Pampatar. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 29°C.