Barco Encayado Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

50 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

24.0–28.0 °CWater (summer)

18.0–22.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Barco Encayado is a renowned dive site located near Isla Cerralvo in Baja California. It features diverse marine life and unique underwater topography, making it a popular destination for divers of varying skill levels.

The dive site offers opportunities to explore rocky formations and vibrant coral reefs, with sightings of various fish species and occasional larger marine animals. The underwater landscape is characterized by a mix of sandy bottoms and rocky outcrops.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 18.0–22.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock coral Suggest edit

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for capturing the vibrant marine life and underwater scenery.

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