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Shangri-La

San Carlos beach dive with boulders and swim-throughs.

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Easy near-marina access, shallow recreational terrain, and enough structure for beginner scuba or relaxed snorkeling on calm days.

About Shangri-La

Shangri-La is a San Carlos beach dive near Marina San Carlos and El Tomate, built around a broad wall of broken boulders, swim-throughs, and easy shallow relief that suits beginner scuba and relaxed snorkeling. Treat it as a simple near-marina outing rather than a deep or technical site, and plan for the dive to be most comfortable when the sea is settled.

Research Estimate At Shangri-La

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VisibilityVisibility: 9m
AccessSimple entry
Coral HealthMixed health
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities

Where Is Shangri-La?

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Shangri-La Planning Details

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Reported Depth

Up to 11m

Depth Note

Public reporting places the site around an 11-meter maximum, with a shallow boulder wall and swim-through profile.

Best Season

winter

Typical Conditions

Beginner-friendly on calmer days, with moderate visibility and a boulder-wall swim-through layout.

Safety & Access At Shangri-La

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Key Hazards

Surge

Safety Notes

Strong swell may be present; use caution around the swim-through.

Local Intel For Shangri-La

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Scuba

Best for relaxed beginner scuba, with a simple shallow profile and the main interest coming from the boulder wall and swim-throughs.

Snorkel

Works as a relaxed snorkeling stop on calmer water days, with structure close enough to keep the surface swim interesting.

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Avg. Visibility9m
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