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Frijoles
Frijoles: boat-only Coiba reef of boulders and fish
ScubaBoat EntryIntermediate
Reef
Local operator required
Boat access and park handling are easiest through a licensed Coiba operator.
Plan a boat dive with an anchor-line descent, then decide whether to stay on the shallow reef or work the deeper side as current and swell allow.
About Frijoles
Frijoles is a boat-only reef in Coiba National Park built around stacked underwater boulders and a gravelly sand bottom. Divers descend on the anchor line, then choose between a shallow reef track or a deeper side where jacks, barracudas, sharks, and turtles are common.
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Research Estimate At Frijoles
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Current StrengthStrong current
Where Is Frijoles?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Frijoles Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 25m
Depth Note
Descent is to about 10 m; the deeper reef is described as over 25 m.
Best Season
December through April for the steadiest conditions, with diving possible year-round.
Typical Conditions
Boat access, anchor-line entry, moderate to strong current, and around-reef visibility are common; exposed days can add Pacific swell.
Safety & Access At Frijoles
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Dangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Choose the shallower track if current or swell is running; the deeper side suits divers comfortable with more water movement and tighter gas planning.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access inside Coiba National Park; use licensed operators and follow park rules and fee requirements.
Legal Notes
Protected park rules apply, including no fishing, no collecting, and no damaging or feeding marine life.
Local Intel For Frijoles
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A line descent to ~10 m leads to options for a shallow reef dive or a deeper route to a reef section beyond 25 m.
Freedive
Not a primary freedive target. The site is better suited to scuba from a boat, with the anchor line doing most of the work.
Snorkel
Snorkeling is secondary here and works best as a calm-day boat stop near the reef. It is not the main way to experience the site.
Frijoles Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Frijoles
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Wildlife at Frijoles
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Frijoles
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Frijoles
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
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Frijoles Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Frijoles Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
panamadivecenter.com · Operator
Frijoles site description, line descent, reef structure, and regular fish sightings.
scubaboard.com · Community
Independent Coiba trip report with current, surge, and fish-life corroboration.
whc.unesco.org · Official
Official World Heritage context for Coiba National Park and its protected marine area.
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