Protected-island and marine-life context.
Outer-face wall dive with barracuda, rays and rich life.
Outer-face wall dive with barracuda, rays and rich life.
7 CARA EXTERNA DE LA ISLA SAN ANDRES is a boat-access wall dive on the outer face of the island, where a dramatic drop-off and volcanic rock structure hold some of the richest life around San Andrés. It suits intermediate scuba and freedive trips, with barracuda, rays and other schooling fish making it a strong wide-angle and life-spotting dive.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 22m
Depth Note
Maximum depth given as 22 m along a wall drop-off.
Best Season
May to October, with late spring through early autumn usually the calmest and clearest.
Typical Conditions
An exposed outer-wall dive with a dramatic drop-off and varied marine life; winter can bring stronger winds and currents.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Stay aware of the wall edge and variable species presence, especially when drifting along the outer face.
Access Restrictions
Use a local operator; the island itself is protected and not a casual landing spot.
Legal Notes
Isla de San Andres is a protected natural monument and diving should be done through local guidance around the island.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Wall dive reaching a maximum of about 22 m.
Freediving
Suitable for confident freedivers, though the wall is usually better appreciated on scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling is secondary here; the wall and reef structure are the main attraction.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Protected-island and marine-life context.
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