Explore Bogota
Bogota is the bustling capital city of Colombia, in the Andes Region. There are multiple historical sites to see here, along with many other activities. It doesn’t lie directly on the coast, but the closest coast is the west coast which borders on the Pacific Ocean. There are multiple dive centres located in Bogota which offer a wide array of dive courses, but which also take divers out on excursions to some of the best diving locations of Colombia, both on the Caribbean coast as well as the Pacific coast. The dive centres and what they offer, cater to a wide range of divers with a guarantee for a thrilling diving experience.
The best Months to Dive in Bogota
It is possible to dive in and out of Bogota all year round due to its warm, tropical climate. The waters in the Caribbean region are the warmest, ranging between 27°C and 30°C. The Pacific waters have a larger range, between 15°C and 28°C. The visibility in both areas is above average ranging between 10 and 30 metres.
At Malpelo, in the Pacific Region, between January and May is the season for Hammerhead Sharks while June to December is the season for Whale Sharks and Silky Sharks.
Top Bogota Dive Sites
1. Providencia Island
Providencia offers spectacular diving within the UNESCO-protected Seaflower Biosphere Reserve. Divers can explore vibrant coral gardens, encounter reef sharks, and visit the famous Blue Hole. Suitable for all levels, scuba only.
2. Malpelo Island
A remote, advanced-only dive site reachable by liveaboard from the Pacific coast, Malpelo is a magnet for pelagic species. Divers can witness massive schools of hammerheads, silky sharks, and even whale sharks. Scuba only, technical-level currents.
3. Gorgona Island
This Pacific island is rich in biodiversity and history. Formerly a prison, it now features cliff dives, wrecks, and seasonal humpback whales. Suitable for intermediate to advanced scuba divers, with some drift diving conditions.
4. San Andrés Island
Known for its coral walls and gentle currents, San Andrés offers colorful reef dives, turtles, rays, and occasional nurse sharks. Accessible from Bogotá by flight, it’s great for beginners and supports both scuba and freediving.
5. Capurganá & Sapzurro
On the Caribbean coast near the Panama border, this lesser-known region features calm reef dives, sea turtles, and vibrant fish life. It’s ideal for beginners and freedivers, offering laid-back, authentic experiences away from the crowds.