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Protected-area zoning and rules summary for Cabo Pulmo National Park.
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El Cantil
Long shallow reef with canyons, eels, and schooling fish in Cabo Pulmo.
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Usually dived by boat inside Cabo Pulmo National Park, with a long reef close to shore, easy depth range, and more variable current along the outer sections.
About El Cantil
El Cantil is a long coral-and-rock reef in Cabo Pulmo where shallow ledges, short walls, and sandy gaps create an easy-moving route for extended reef dives. Its canyons and crevices hold schooling jacks, snappers, morays, rays, turtles, and other reef life, so it is best when visibility is decent and current stays manageable.
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Research Estimate At El Cantil
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
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Community sourced coordinates.
El Cantil Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6.1m - 15.2m
Depth Note
Depth reported as 20–50 ft.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer seas and easier planning often reported from late spring into autumn, while the cooler months can bring more pelagic activity.
Typical Conditions
Usually a shallow reef dive with clear blue water, long reef structure, and mild to moderate current depending on wind and site position.
Safety & Access At El Cantil
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
The reef has cracks and cavern-like openings; avoid entering overhead areas without appropriate training and equipment.
Access Restrictions
Access is normally operator-managed by boat inside Cabo Pulmo National Park, and site choice can shift with weather, park rules, and daily conditions.
Legal Notes
Cabo Pulmo National Park rules apply here. Fishing is not allowed inside the park, and diving activity is managed within protected-area zoning and local operator procedures.
Local Intel For El Cantil
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Most dives follow the long reef and its canyons as an easy multi-level circuit. The site is commonly described as suitable for a wide range of experience levels when current is light.
Recent Logged Visits At El Cantil
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At El Cantil
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
