Top Manzanillo Dive Sites

San Luciano Wreck

This site features a 91.4 meters/300 feet shipwreck accessible within a 10-15 minute swim from shore. Situated at a depth of just 6 meters/19.7 feet, it's ideal for both scuba divers and snorkelers. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including colorful fish and corals. The adventure level is easy, making it suitable for beginners.

Roca Elefante (Elephant Rock)

Accessible by boat, this site offers two underwater arches to swim through at an average depth of 18 meters/59.1 feet. It’s common to see coral reef species, with occasional sightings of sea turtles and whale sharks. The site is suited for scuba diving and is considered moderate to advanced due to its depth and features.

Playa la Audiencia

A shore dive that requires navigating through surges, it rewards divers with rock formations, crevices, and abundant marine life such as corals, angelfish, and moray eels. This site is ideal for scuba diving and is suited for those with some experience due to its challenging entry conditions.

Club de Yates

Located near Playa la Audiencia, this site offers easy access and is great for observing diverse marine life. It’s suitable for scuba divers of all levels, providing a chance to see an array of fish in a relatively safe environment.

Peña Blanca

An open ocean dive site offering opportunities to encounter migratory whales, manta rays, and sailfish. It is accessible by boat and suited for advanced divers due to the potential for strong currents and the need for open water experience.