Best for advanced divers, 25-30m, boat entry, strong current.
Farallón Centinela is a rocky islet rising 30 metres above the surface, located 25 kilometres north of Cabo Codera. This pinnacle site features a reef environment suited for advanced divers due to strong currents and depths averaging 25 metres, with a maximum of 30 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, requiring a 1.5-hour sail from the coast. Divers can expect visibility ranging from 15 to 25 metres. Given the depth and current conditions, this site presents risks including decompression, nitrogen narcosis, and surf. The site is marked by a lighthouse used for navigation.
10.81472, -66.09028
Use surface marker buoys and ensure at least one person remains on the boat to monitor divers.
Only accessible by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
25-30m
Visibility
15-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-28°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents and depths reaching 30 metres.
The site has an average depth of 25 metres, with a maximum depth of 30 metres.
Access to Farallón Centinela is by boat only, which requires a 1.5-hour sail from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 25C to 28C throughout the year.
Divers should be aware of strong currents, surf, deep water, and the risks of decompression and nitrogen narcosis.
Diving at Farallón Centinela in Higuerote requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Farallón Centinela in Higuerote. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Farallón Centinela in Higuerote are January, February, March, April, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
