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Whale Rock

Huatulco, Oaxaca, Mexico
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Intermediate

Dynamic canyon navigation around a wave-swept rock formation.

Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site offers an exciting experience around a prominent rock formation frequently impacted by waves. Underwater exploration reveals a network of canyons and a diverse range of marine life. The area is characterized by its dynamic underwater topography, providing opportunities for navigation through interesting canyon systems.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

canyonswim-throughrock formationwide angleintermediateboat divesurgeturtlerays

Marine Life

spotted eagle raygreen sea turtleking angelfishpufferfishmoray eelschools of jackssurgeonfish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Potential for surge from waves and navigation required through canyons.

Hazards:
currentsurgeboat traffic
Current Strength:

Variable

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