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Official dive guide PDF with Las Ballenas depth band and beginner classification in Las Terrenas.
Cinco Metros, Las Ballenas
Shallow snorkel and first-dive reef off Las Terrenas.
Scuba DivingSnorkelingBoatBeginner5m - 14m
Reef
Very shallow reef off the Ballenas rocks; easy boat day for snorkelers and first-time divers, with local operators and calm-weather windows.
About Cinco Metros, Las Ballenas
Cinco Metros, Las Ballenas is a very shallow reef off Las Terrenas, named for the whale-like rocks along the Ballenas coastline. It is a natural fit for snorkelers and first-time divers, with coral heads, small reef fish schools, and a simple boat plan that works best when the north coast is calm, with calm-weather planning keeping the outing easy to stage.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Waves
Safety Notes
Keep the dive simple and stay conservative if the north-coast chop picks up.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the normal route; local operators should set timing and keep the plan within calm-weather limits.
Legal Notes
No site-specific legal restriction surfaced in the sources reviewed; follow local marine-area and operator rules.
Where Is Cinco Metros, Las Ballenas?
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Local Intel For Cinco Metros, Las Ballenas
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Very shallow reef and coral heads make this a simple first-dive site with low-friction boat logistics.
Freediving
Works well as a light freedive or snorkel session when the sea is calm.
Snorkeling
One of the more snorkel-friendly Las Terrenas sites on calm days.
Wildlife at Cinco Metros, Las Ballenas
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Cinco Metros, Las Ballenas
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Access4/5 · Simple entry
Coral3/5 · Mixed health
Aquatic Life3/5 · Average variety
Facilities4/5 · Good facilities
