Boat-based Huatulco operator with dive training, equipment support, and marina service.
A Huatulco drift-wall site for experienced divers.
A Huatulco drift-wall site for experienced divers.
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Boat logistics, current sensitivity, and the drift/wall profile make local guidance the practical way to dive it.
El Tigre is a Huatulco boat dive with walls, shallow pinnacles, and cavern sections that suit confident divers. Big snappers, occasional nurse sharks, and the wider Pacific marine mix make it a strong wildlife stop. The site is best approached with a local operator because drift, depth, and changing sea conditions can affect the day. Expect a more serious underwater profile than a casual shore swim.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 22m
Depth Note
The exact-location specimen record was collected at 39-72 ft, which matches a deeper recreational Huatulco profile.
Best Season
Mid-October to mid-December is the best window; April to June is also good.
Typical Conditions
Warm Pacific water, strong marine life, drift/wall structure, and visibility that is often around 22 m but can vary by season.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep clear of caverns unless the guide says otherwise, and expect current to be part of the plan. Use conservative gas and stay close to the group on wall sections.
Access Restrictions
Best done with a local operator and boat support; current and exposure make this a poor DIY choice.
Legal Notes
Follow Huatulco National Park and operator guidance, especially if marine conditions or access rules change.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A guided boat dive with drift and wall character, shallow pinnacles, and cavern features that reward good buoyancy and line awareness.
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.
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Research Sources
Boat-based Huatulco operator with dive training, equipment support, and marina service.
Tourism guide with ordinary 22 m visibility, good-season guidance, and Huatulco marine-life context.
Exact-location specimen record near El Tigre with a 39-72 ft capture band.
Independent Huatulco dive guide with visibility, seasonality, boat-access, and current notes.
Municipal beach-profile page showing wave and current conditions are actively monitored.
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