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El Violin

Huatulco, Oaxaca, Mexico
★ 3.0 (1 review)
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Beginner

Shallow protected bay dive known for unique rock formations.

Boat Access
12m Avg Depth
18m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is named for a prominent rock formation that resembles a violin. Located in a calm, protected bay, it features a sandy bottom with rocky reef structures, making it an excellent spot for beginner divers and training. Divers can expect easy conditions and a reliable variety of common Eastern Pacific reef fish.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

coral reefturtlebeginner friendlywide angle

Marine Life

pufferfishmoray eelangelfishbutterflyfishparrotfishstingraysergeant majorsea star

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow depth, mild currents, and a protected bay make it ideal for new divers and training.

Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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