This dive site, known as Aquarium, is located just 10 minutes by boat from Boca Chica and is centrally positioned within a protected lagoon. With a maximum depth of 10 meters and an average depth of approximately 5 meters, it is an excellent location for dive education, beginner divers, and underwater photography, offering generally calm conditions.
The site features alternating sandy areas and coral blocks, which provide a diverse habitat for marine life. Divers can often spot rays gliding over the sandy bottoms, along with various reef fish, small snails, and moray eels residing within the coral structures. The 'beautiful but very shallow reef' description hints at a vibrant ecosystem despite its limited depth.
Aquarium Boca Chica is suitable for year-round diving, with the calm lagoon making it a comfortable experience for all. Photographers will appreciate the macro opportunities with snails and reef fish, as well as the chance for wide-angle shots of rays and the overall reefscape. Its shallow nature also makes it perfect for snorkelers and freedivers looking to explore the underwater world.
