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Guacamaya Island
Guacamaya Island is a boat-access dive with a shallow east side and fish life.
Guacamaya sits north of Flamingo and Potrero, reached in under 20 minutes by boat and suitable for all levels across a shallow-to-deeper island profile.
About Guacamaya Island
Guacamaya Island is a boat-access island dive north of Flamingo and Potrero, with a shallow east side, a deeper west side, and a profile that lets divers stay easy or follow the reef down when they want more depth. It suits beginners and relaxed snorkelers on calm days, while still giving experienced divers plenty of fish life and route variety.
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Research Estimate At Guacamaya Island
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 13m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Guacamaya Island?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Guacamaya Island Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 30m
Depth Note
The east side is shallow at about 5 m and the west side reaches nearly 30 m.
Best Season
Winter, especially January and February.
Typical Conditions
Short boat ride, depth that changes from shallow east to deeper west, good visibility on calm days, and fish-rich water throughout.
Safety & Access At Guacamaya Island
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Stay shallow if you want a relaxed dive and watch the west-side depth increase if you move off the easy line.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Playa Potrero and Marina Flamingo is normal; snorkeling only when conditions allow it.
Legal Notes
No special restriction is highlighted; normal dive and boat rules apply.
Local Intel For Guacamaya Island
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The site offers a range of depths, from shallow areas to nearly 30 m.
Freediving
Calm, shallow eastern water can suit experienced freedivers, but the site is primarily a boat dive.
Snorkeling
When conditions are favorable, snorkeling is possible on the shallow side.
Recent Logged Visits At Guacamaya Island
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Guacamaya Island
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility13m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
