Shallow crest, elkhorn coral, no currents, beginner-friendly, freedive-friendly, and ordinary visibility around 10 to 20 meters.
Shallow Isla Fuerte reef crest with healthy elkhorn coral.
Shallow Isla Fuerte reef crest with healthy elkhorn coral.
Bajo Alicia is a shallow reef crest on Isla Fuerte with broad elkhorn coral, healthy hard-coral growth, and a lively reef-fish lineup. Its calm, low-current profile makes it a good fit for beginner training, relaxed reef dives, freediving, and night outings. Plan it as a close-in boat dive that rewards good buoyancy and careful coral awareness.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 18m
Depth Note
Depth given as 11–60 ft (5–18 m).
Best Season
Dry season
Typical Conditions
Calm, low-current reef conditions with moderate visibility and a shallow, coral-rich profile.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight over the crest and avoid fin contact with the fragile elkhorn structure.
Access Restrictions
Use local Isla Fuerte boat logistics; this is not a walk-in shore site.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Ideal for all levels of scuba certifications due to calm conditions.
Freediving
Ideal for all levels of freediving certifications due to calm conditions.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is only practical in very calm water and is best treated as a short, shallow reef look rather than a long circuit.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Shallow crest, elkhorn coral, no currents, beginner-friendly, freedive-friendly, and ordinary visibility around 10 to 20 meters.
Reef-and-island context, boat access, strong coral cover, and reef-fish life around Bajo Alicia.
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