

Best for beginner divers, 3-21m, boat entry, mild current.
La Picua is a reef located within Mochima National Park, offering depths ranging from 3 to 21 metres. The site is accessible by boat and features mild currents, making it suitable for beginner divers. Visibility is consistently 30 metres, providing clear views of the reef structure throughout the dive. Water temperatures fluctuate between 23 and 28 degrees Celsius, typically requiring a 3 mm wetsuit for comfort. Divers should remain vigilant regarding boat traffic during surface intervals and exercise caution around sharp coral and rock formations. Be aware of potential rip currents and maintain a safe distance from lionfish if encountered.
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Check locally for current boat operator availability and whether tanks and weights are provided, as facilities are not confirmed at this site. Because visibility is reliably excellent and depth starts at just 3 metres, this is a good site to take your time on the shallower sections of the reef before dropping deeper.
The park is located on the northeastern coast of Venezuela between Puerto La Cruz and Cumaná.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-21m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-28°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for newly certified divers and those building confidence, with depths starting at 3 metres and mild currents.
The reef structure extends from a shallow depth of 3 metres down to 21 metres.
Access to La Picua is by boat.
Visibility is consistently 30 metres, and water temperatures range from 23 to 28 degrees Celsius. Divers should monitor for boat traffic and be aware of potential rip currents.
Divers should maintain distance from sharp coral and rock formations, monitor for boat traffic, and be cautious of strong or rip currents.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at La Picua in Puerto La Cruz. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit La Picua in Puerto La Cruz are January, February, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.