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Trip report with repeated dives at Punta Diablo and sightings of mobula rays, turtles, and eels.
Dive Spot Guide•
Punta Diablo
Sea-lion reef on a rocky Sea of Cortez island.
Local operator required
Remote boat site with no practical shore access.
Boat-accessed Midriff Islands dive with rocky reef, playful sea lions, and enough structure to make repeat drops worthwhile.
About Punta Diablo
Punta Diablo is a boat-accessed Sea of Cortez reef in the Midriff Islands with rocky terrain, a resident sea-lion presence, and enough reef structure to support repeat dives. It is better treated as a guided open-water outing than a casual shore stop, with conditions that reward careful buoyancy, steady spacing, and a plan for boat timing.
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Research Estimate At Punta Diablo
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
Where Is Punta Diablo?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Punta Diablo Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 21m
Depth Note
Reported max depth is around 21 m / 70 ft; the main action sits on the reef rather than in deep water.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Warm water, generally clear visibility, and an active but manageable reef environment.
Safety & Access At Punta Diablo
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Give sea lions room, keep trim near the reef, and stay ready for boat pickup or return timing.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; plan with a local operator or liveaboard.
Legal Notes
Follow local protected-area rules and your operator's briefing.
Local Intel For Punta Diablo
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat-based reef diving with repeat drops common when conditions cooperate.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; boat logistics and reef structure suit scuba better.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the main action is underwater on scuba.
Wildlife at Punta Diablo
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Punta Diablo
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Punta Diablo
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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