Casa Del Árabe

Popular Acapulco site with rock structures, corals, and diverse marine life.

Boat Access
7m Avg Depth
14m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Casa Del Árabe, is a popular underwater location situated just outside the bustling Acapulco Bay in Mexico. Divers can navigate around impressive rock structures and explore vibrant coral formations. While no specific historical details are provided, its popularity suggests a long-standing reputation as a rewarding and accessible dive spot for various experience levels.

The marine life at Casa Del Árabe is abundant, featuring a diverse array of semi-tropical Pacific species. Divers can expect to encounter fascinating creatures such as octopuses, lobsters, and eels hiding among the rocks. The site is also home to schooling fish like butterflyfish, angelfish, and damselfish, alongside the impressive sight of eagle rays and mantas gracefully gliding through the water.

The best time to visit Casa Del Árabe generally aligns with the dry season in Mexico for optimal conditions, offering excellent visibility and calm waters. Its shallow maximum depth of 14 meters and average depth of 7 meters make it ideal for beginner divers and highly suitable for both snorkeling and freediving, allowing ample bottom time and easy exploration of its rich ecosystem.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

beginner friendlycoral reefrock structuresmanta rayeagle rayoctopuslobstereelfish lifewide angle

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow depths and diverse marine life make it perfect for new divers and those seeking an easy exploration.

Hazards:
boat trafficsharp rock
Current Strength:

Mild

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This dive site information and pictures are sponsored by Swiss Divers Association

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