Gran Roque West Suggest edit

Venezuela Suggest · Federal Dependencies Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

50 minAvg dive time

December to MayBest months

26.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

24.0–28.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Gran Roque West is a popular dive site located in the Central region of Los Roques, Venezuela. Known for its vibrant marine life and beautiful coral formations, this site offers divers a chance to explore a rich underwater ecosystem.

The dive features a mix of coral gardens and drop-offs, providing opportunities to see a variety of fish species, including parrotfish, angelfish, and the occasional turtle. The underwater topography is varied, making it suitable for divers of different skill levels.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for capturing the vibrant coral formations and marine life.

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