Top Huatulco Dive Sites

Isla San Agustin

Explore the rock formations with cracks and crevasses that offer a delightful marine experience. Encounter colorful fish and octopuses. The site is suitable for both scuba and freediving, ideal for beginners and intermediate divers. No protected areas noted.

Cacaluta

Perfect for both beginners and advanced divers, depths range from 15–40 meters/49–131 feet. Spot sea turtles, seahorses, and reef sharks among corals and rocks. Both scuba and freediving are possible. It is part of a marine park, adding ecological significance.

Maguey

A versatile site with sandy shallows and deep canyons. Suitable for novices and experienced divers. Discover lobsters and manta rays while scuba diving. Not specifically noted as a protected area.

El Violin

Known for its rays and small caves, this site offers excitement for adventurous divers. Scuba diving is recommended to explore the rocky depths and spot nurse sharks. The area is ecologically important due to rich marine life.

La Montosa

Another excellent spot for scuba divers, offering vibrant marine life with various species of fish and coral gardens. Suitable for intermediate divers, it's not primarily known for freediving. No specific mention of a protected zone.