This dive site is located in the sheltered Maguey Bay, renowned for its calm conditions and beautiful underwater volcanic rock formations. Divers can explore a vibrant hard coral reef teeming with schools of reef fish, moray eels, and rays. Its easy access and shallow depths make it a perfect spot for beginners and underwater photographers.
Punta Maguey
Sheltered bay with vibrant reef and volcanic rock formations.
Boat Access
12m Avg Depth
18m 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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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Goatfish
Octopus
Hard Coral
Southern Eagle Ray
Snowflake Moray
Sea Turtle
Pufferfish
True'S Beaked Whale
Spotted Eagle Ray
King Angelfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
beginner
Shallow depths and typically calm conditions in a protected bay.
Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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