divefunatics.com · Operator
Protected-marine-area framing and reef composition.
Dive Spot Guide•
San Vicente
San Vicente is a reef-and-wall sanctuary off Olango
Scuba DivingFreedivingSnorkelingBoatAdvanced
ReefWall
Make this a real next stop
Save it, log a dive, or explore nearby on the map.
Save it to come back later
Boat-and-shore access, a shallow reef, and a wall make San Vicente a flexible sanctuary dive for reef life, macro hunting, and tide-aware planning.
About San Vicente
San Vicente is a broad reef sanctuary on Olango Island with shallow coral and soft-coral slopes that roll into a wall and deeper outer reef. It works as a reef-and-macro dive, with the route shape changing from easy shallows to a more current-sensitive wall. Turtles, jacks, emperors, trevally, barracuda, sardines, nudibranchs, and shrimps make it a strong all-around site for both reef structure and small-life hunting.
•
Research Estimate At San Vicente
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentStrong current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is San Vicente?
This spotNearby spots
Community sourced coordinates.
San Vicente Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 40m
Depth Note
The reef starts shallow and the wall extends well beyond 40 m.
Best Season
Year-round, with slack-tide windows and calmer weather giving the easiest wall dives.
Typical Conditions
Shallow coral reef with a wall, strong outbound-tide current on the wall, and a mix of reef and macro life.
Safety & Access At San Vicente
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Currents can be strong on an outbound tide; depth exceeds 40 m beyond the shallow reef and wall.
Access Restrictions
Use the designated sanctuary entry points and plan the wall section around tide; outbound current can be the main limiter.
Legal Notes
It is a protected marine sanctuary, so use permitted access and follow local sanctuary rules.
Local Intel For San Vicente
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow reef (3–10 m) with a wall starting around 5–7 m and deeper water exceeding 40 m; currents may be strong on outbound tide.
Freediving
The shallow reef and sanctuary setting can work for freediving on calm days, but the wall section is better left to scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is one of the sanctuary’s uses on calm days, especially over the shallow reef and protected areas.
San Vicente Dive Conditions Planner
Use the planner to scan this week, inspect today in local time, and understand how exposure shapes conditions at San Vicente.
Current Snapshot
No data
🌥️Variable
Sunrise
No data
Time
No data
Sunset
No data
Surface / Entry
Wind No data · Tide No data
Sea State
Swell No data · Period unavailable
Visibility Outlook
Rain chance No data
Wind
No data
Swell
No data
Exposure Profile at San Vicente
Directional shelter context for incoming swell.
Exposure Note
Hourly forecast data is not available yet.
Wildlife at San Vicente
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At San Vicente
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
No Dive Logs Yet
Be the first to log a dive at this spot and share your experience!
Dive Spot Log Averages At San Vicente
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
Loading nearby spots...
San Vicente Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
San Vicente Guide - Sources and Updates
Last Updated
Research Sources
us.trip.com · Tourism Listing
San Vicente sanctuary access, boat rental, and calm-water visitor context.
www.facebook.com · Official Page
Local sanctuary page with location and contact details for Olango access.
www.tripadvisor.com · Operator Listing
Local dive-center support and the boat-dive relationship to San Vicente.
Know this site? Improve Spot Details.
