This dive site offers a tranquil underwater experience on a sandy bottom. The water is exceptionally clear, creating an inviting environment for exploration. The area features natural channels that provide a smooth and effortless swim through. As you navigate these channels, vibrant local fish will dart amongst stunning reef formations, adding a splash of color to the scene. These reefs are teeming with marine life, including opportunities to observe diverse tropical species up close. Due to the calm waters, this site is suitable for divers of all skill levels.
Ballena
Shallow, calm reef with easy navigation and abundant marine life.
Boat Access
9m Avg Depth
12m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Marine Life
Sergeant Major
Elkhorn Coral
Southern Stingray
Brain Coral
California Spiny Lobster
Boxfish
Soldierfish
Drum
Nurse Shark
Sea Fan
Sea Turtle
Wide-Eyed Flounder
White Grunt
Spotfin Squirrelfish
Crab
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Surgeonfish
River Chub
Honeycomb Moray
Flamingo Tongue Snail
French Angelfish
Yellowtail Damselfish
Snowflake Moray
Trumpetfish
Pipefish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Calm waters and a shallow maximum depth make it accessible.
Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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