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Official tourist guide listing Casa del Árabe among Acapulco dive sites.
Casa Del Árabe is a shallow Acapulco dive with sand and rock.
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Casa Del Árabe is a shallow Acapulco site with sand, rock ledges and artificial structure that draws fish life. It suits easy guided scuba and calm-day snorkel, with morays, seahorses, nudibranchs and occasional rays in the mix. Plan for changing water movement and seasonal visibility, especially if you want the clearest water and an easy-paced visit.
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Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 16m
Depth Note
Shallow sand bottom with rock structure; the working range is around 10-16 m.
Best Season
June to October for clearer water; late autumn to spring can also work on calmer days.
Typical Conditions
Sand-and-rock bottom with artificial structure; visibility and water movement can shift day to day.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Stay close to your guide, keep the group tight on drift-style days, and be ready for visibility to change during the dive.
Access Restrictions
Best handled through a local operator rather than as a casual independent shore entry.
Legal Notes
Follow local harbor, weather and boat-operator rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Easy guided scuba over sand, rock ledges and artificial structure; good for newer certified divers when conditions are settled.
Snorkeling
Shallow sections can work for snorkel on calm days, especially when visibility is up and water movement is light.
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Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
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Research Sources
Official tourist guide listing Casa del Árabe among Acapulco dive sites.
Dive-center tour page showing boat-based Acapulco outings and snorkel options.
Operator feature with site description, beginner suitability and wildlife notes.
Tourism guide with depth range, visibility and seasonal conditions.
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