

Best for beginner divers, 3-10m, boat entry, mild current.
Playa Gabante is a reef site located 500 metres from the shore within Mochima National Park. Accessible only by boat, this location features a rocky bottom with small coral colonies along the northern headland. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 3 to 10 metres and an average depth of 5 metres. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility typically between 10 and 25 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 24C to 29C. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of sharp coral present in the area. Parking is available at the departure point for boat access.
10.33120, -64.36150
Negotiate the price with the lanchero before departing for boat trips.
Accessible by boat from marinas in Cumaná or the village of Mochima.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-10m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
120 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with mild currents and shallow depths.
The depth ranges from 3 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 500 metres from the shore.
Yes, Playa Gabante is a designated snorkel site with a rating of 3/5.
Water temperatures range from 24C in February, March, and April to 29C in September and October.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Playa Gabante in Mochima. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Playa Gabante in Mochima are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.