This dive site, known as El Canal in Acapulco, offers a diverse underwater landscape characterized by small canyons, impressive large rock formations, intricate small rock walls, and stretches of sandy seabed. Its varied topography provides multiple depths, making it suitable for a wide range of activities from surface snorkeling to more in-depth scuba exploration. The site's natural formation creates an interesting environment for underwater navigation, winding through its unique structures.
Divers and snorkelers at El Canal can expect to encounter a rich variety of marine life. Notable sightings include elegant Nact snails (likely nudibranchs), graceful turtles, elusive seahorses, and majestic eagle rays. The site is also bustling with large swarms of fish, including doctor fish, suitcase fish, and puffer fish, along with coniferous fish, trumpet fish, moraines (likely moray eels), and citron fish, offering a vibrant ecosystem to observe.
The best time to visit Acapulco for diving is generally during the dry season, from November to May, when visibility is typically at its best. El Canal is a highlight for both macro enthusiasts, with its Nact snails and seahorses, and wide-angle photographers, thanks to the eagle rays, turtles, and fish swarms amidst its interesting rock formations. Freedivers will find the diverse depths, up to 16 meters, ideal for training and exploration, complementing the site's suitability for scuba divers of all levels.
