This dive site, Barrera de Felipe, is located offshore and is renowned for its impressive underwater topography, featuring large swim-throughs and numerous cavern overhangs. While not extremely deep, its complex layout with overhead environments makes it a rewarding site for divers with intermediate skills. Navigation typically involves exploring these natural structures, which provide shelter for a variety of marine life.
The site is bustling with typical Caribbean marine animals. Divers can expect to encounter nurse sharks and reef sharks, with possibilities of spotting graceful eagle rays, sea turtles, and stingrays. The reef is home to a multitude of fish species, including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrot fish, and grouper, creating a vibrant underwater spectacle.
The best time to visit Barrera de Felipe, like much of the Caribbean, is generally during the dry season from November to April when the weather is stable and visibility is typically excellent. Divers should be comfortable with buoyancy control to navigate the swim-throughs and caverns safely. Its relatively shallow depth also makes it suitable for both snorkeling and freediving, offering a great experience for all water enthusiasts.
