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El Bajo (Marisla)
Deep seamount off La Paz with hammerheads and pelagics.
Local operator required
A boat team that knows the seamount and currents is essential.
Boat-only seamount dive from La Paz; current, blue-water descent, and guide timing drive the day.
About El Bajo (Marisla)
El Bajo (Marisla) is a deep seamount off La Paz where three peaks and the surrounding blue water pull in hammerheads and other pelagics. The dive is all about current-swept pinnacles, blue-water descents, and the timing needed to work the top of the structure safely. This is a boat-only site for experienced divers, because the water movement and depth profile are the whole point. July to November is the strongest window, with the best action when the sea is settled enough to run the seamount.
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Research Estimate At El Bajo (Marisla)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentVery strong current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is El Bajo (Marisla)?
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Community sourced coordinates.
El Bajo (Marisla) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
16m - 40m
Depth Note
Three peaks rise to the mid-teens meters, but the seamount drops much deeper; standard dives focus on the top and upper slopes.
Best Season
July to November, when hammerhead and pelagic action is strongest.
Typical Conditions
Blue-water descent to a seamount with strong currents, good visibility when conditions cooperate, and a steep profile that rewards experienced divers.
Safety & Access At El Bajo (Marisla)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentWaves
Safety Notes
This is an advanced current dive; keep gas planning conservative, stay near the guide, and skip it when the sea is too active.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only seamount dive; current and weather can rule the day, so a local operator is essential.
Legal Notes
Within the La Paz / Espíritu Santo park diving framework. Follow boat and park briefing rules.
Local Intel For El Bajo (Marisla)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Blue-water seamount diving with rugged pinnacles and current-driven pelagic action. This is an advanced drift-style site for experienced scuba divers.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; depth and current make it a scuba-only plan.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the action sits on the seamount and calls for scuba.
Wildlife at El Bajo (Marisla)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At El Bajo (Marisla)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At El Bajo (Marisla)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
