Esmeralda Canyons
Popular canyon dive near San Pedro with abundant sharks.
Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
24m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, Esmeralda Canyons, is conveniently located just five minutes by boat from San Pedro town. It’s a popular choice for divers. The canyon offers a relatively accessible dive experience with moderate depths and interesting underwater formations. While specific details regarding maximum depth aren't available in the provided description, it appears suitable for intermediate divers due to its proximity to shore and potential currents. It is difficult to determine a specific best time to visit based solely on this brief description.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
canyonsharkturtlecoral reefswim-throughwide angle
Marine Life
Caribbean reef sharkNurse sharkWhite-tip reef sharkHawksbill sea turtleGreen sea turtleSouthern stingraySpotted eagle rayGrouperSnapperAngelfishHard coralsGorgonians
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Canyon formations and potential for moderate currents require good buoyancy.
Hazards:
currentboat traffic
Current Strength:
Moderate
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