Sponge Gardens Suggest edit

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

12Max dive depth

12.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

May to SeptemberBest months

24.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

15.0–20.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Sponge Gardens is a vibrant dive site located off the coast of South Padre Island, Texas. It features a diverse underwater landscape with an abundance of marine life, including various species of sponges, corals, and fish.

Diving at Sponge Gardens offers opportunities to explore colorful sponge formations and encounter a variety of marine species. The site is suitable for divers looking to enjoy a leisurely dive with plenty of photographic opportunities.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 15.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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Use a wide-angle lens to capture the vibrant sponge formations.

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