This dive site is a premier location for experienced divers. It's renowned as the best area to encounter hammerhead sharks and bull sharks, alongside an abundance of rays. Divers should be aware that this site caters primarily to those with considerable diving experience. The visibility conditions are optimal, allowing for excellent underwater observation.
Contreras Dive Sites
Advanced Panama site for sharks, rays, and big fish.
Boat Access
25m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Excellent
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Reef Shark
Snapper
Tuna
Ray
Southern Eagle Ray
Reef Manta Ray
Jack
Hammerhead Shark
Bull Shark
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Known for big sharks and potential strong currents, requiring considerable diving experience and comfort with large pelagic animals.
Hazards:
currentdepthmarine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:
Variable
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