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Malpelo sites guide describes La Catedral as a large pinnacle that touches the surface and ends on a sandy bottom.
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La Catedral
Remote Malpelo pinnacle with a tunnel and pelagic life.
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate
Pinnacle
Liveaboard pinnacle dive at Malpelo with an overhead tunnel, coral-lined structure, and strong open-ocean wildlife.
About La Catedral
La Catedral is a remote Malpelo pinnacle with an overhead tunnel, coral and sponge growth, and strong pelagic life around a sandy base. It is a classic liveaboard site that rewards experienced divers who stay disciplined in the structure.
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Research Estimate At La Catedral
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AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesNo facilities
Where Is La Catedral?
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La Catedral Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
18m+
Depth Note
Pinnacle rises from a sandy bottom at 18 m.
Best Season
Year-round by liveaboard, with conditions shaped by park windows and ocean state.
Typical Conditions
Remote offshore pinnacle diving with an overhead tunnel, sandy base, and strong pelagic activity.
Safety & Access At La Catedral
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Enter the tunnel only with the right training and a conservative plan; keep strict buoyancy around the pinnacle and sandy bottom.
Access Restrictions
Malpelo is a liveaboard-only destination in practical terms, and the tunnel section should stay within advanced overhead-environment training.
Legal Notes
Follow Malpelo park rules and the operator briefing closely.
Local Intel For La Catedral
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
An advanced liveaboard dive that combines a pinnacle, tunnel, and open-ocean wildlife around the structure.
Freedive
Freediving is not a realistic use case here; this site is built for advanced scuba only.
Snorkel
Snorkeling is not a practical option at this remote pinnacle site.
La Catedral Dive Conditions Planner
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Wildlife at La Catedral
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La Catedral Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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La Catedral Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.fundacionmalpelo.org · Operator
Malpelo dive-site page lists La Catedral among the emblematic sites in the protected reserve.
www.kitravels.es · Dive Directory
Malpelo liveaboard page summarizes the island-wide pelagic mix, including barracudas, medregales, turtles, dolphins, manta rays, and eagle rays.
www.liveaboard.com · Dive Directory
Liveaboard page notes the tunnel entrance at 18 m and frames the Malpelo trip as advanced open-water diving.
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