Bayahibe diving guide with Guaraguao context and local dive-school usage.
Bayahibe park reef with history and easy access.
Bayahibe park reef with history and easy access.
The site is normally reached as a guided boat outing from Bayahibe.
Guaraguao is a shallow reef inside Cotubanama National Park, reached by a short Bayahibe boat run. The site mixes coral on sand with a historic display of cannons, cannonballs, and muskets, so the dive feels part reef, part underwater museum. It is easy to read for newer divers and snorkellers while still offering plenty of fish and colour.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 12.2m
Depth Note
Public references place Guaraguao I & II around 10-14 m, with maximum depth commonly stated at about 40 ft.
Best Season
Year-round; drier weather is most common from December to April.
Typical Conditions
Warm water, excellent visibility, and light-to-medium current that keeps the reef moving without making it technical.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Stay with the guide, respect park rules, and watch the current on the return leg across the display and coral edges.
Access Restrictions
Inside Cotubanama National Park; plan through a local Bayahibe operator and follow park rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow park reef with historic displays of cannons, cannonballs, and muskets that make it a relaxed, high-interest guided dive.
Snorkeling
The shallow profile makes Guaraguao workable for snorkellers when the water is clear and the boat drop is calm.
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
Bayahibe diving guide with Guaraguao context and local dive-school usage.
Official tourism page for Cotubanama National Park and the Bayahibe area.
Operator blog describing Guaraguao as a shallow archaeological reef in Bayahibe.
Bayahibe destination overview and year-round timing context.
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