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Official Coron guide with dry-season and popularity context.
Dive Spot Guide•
Siete Picados
Shallow Coron reef with strong currents and big fish life.
Boat-access reef off Coron with shallow coral gardens, tidal flow, and a popular drift-dive profile.
About Siete Picados
A shallow marine-sanctuary reef in Coron with strong currents, bright corals, and dense fish life that makes for a classic drift dive.
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Research Estimate At Siete Picados
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentStrong current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Siete Picados?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Siete Picados Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 24m
Depth Note
The reef begins very shallow and slopes down to about 22 to 24 meters depending on the guide.
Best Season
November to May, when seas are calmer and visibility is usually at its best.
Typical Conditions
A shallow reef that slopes from the surface, with strong tidal currents and clear-water windows before high tide.
Safety & Access At Siete Picados
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong current
Safety Notes
Carry an SMB, keep the drift plan tidy, and stay close to the group so the boat pickup stays easy.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only, with current timing important for the safest and most relaxed dive window.
Legal Notes
Marine sanctuary rules apply, including no fishing and no anchoring.
Local Intel For Siete Picados
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A drift-oriented reef dive with strong coral and fish life; plan around tide and current with a local operator.
Freediving
The shallow reef top can work for breath-hold exploration, but current timing still matters.
Snorkeling
Siete Picados is also a strong snorkeling site, with shallow reef color and reef fish near the surface.
Wildlife at Siete Picados
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Siete Picados
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Siete Picados
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
