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Farallon Norte

Calm volcanic reef with walls, caves, and rich Mediterranean fish life.

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Local operator required

Boat access, permit handling, and day-of sea-state calls are best managed by a local captain or dive center.

Boat-led protected-area diving near Isla Grosa, with a shallow-to-moderate volcanic profile and calm-water conditions that suit photo dives.

About Farallon Norte

Farallon Norte is a volcanic Mediterranean site off Isla Grosa with walls, crevices, small caves, and vertical relief that makes it good for slow exploration and underwater photography. The calm water and shallow-to-moderate profile work for newer divers, while the rock structure still gives experienced teams plenty to see. Sea bream, damselfish, groupers, morays, octopus, rays, and barracudas are part of the draw. Protected-area rules and boat planning still shape the day.

Research Estimate At Farallon Norte

Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.

VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge

Where Is Farallon Norte?

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Farallon Norte Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

0m - 25m

Depth Note

The guide profile averages about 15 m and tops out around 25 m.

Best Season

May to October.

Typical Conditions

Normally tranquil water with a volcanic rock profile, seagrass edges, walls, caves, and clear photo-friendly conditions.

Safety & Access At Farallon Norte

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Boat trafficOverhead environmentRestricted access

Safety Notes

Keep to a simple route, stay with the guide, and treat caves and passageways as controlled features rather than free-roam exploration.

Access Restrictions

Protected-area access and any required authorization can limit casual drop-ins; sea conditions can also change the plan.

Legal Notes

Keep the required buffer around buoyed dive boats and follow the protected-area access rules for the Isla Grosa and Farallón zone.

Local Intel For Farallon Norte

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba

This is a relaxed boat dive with enough rock structure to reward slow wall, cave, and crevice work without pushing depth.

Freedive

Freediving is only realistic on the shallowest calm-water sections; the site is better treated as a scuba and photo dive.

Snorkel

Snorkeling can work near the shallowest ledges on quiet days, but the main structure is better enjoyed with scuba.

Farallon Norte Dive Conditions Planner

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Wildlife at Farallon Norte

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Recent Logged Visits At Farallon Norte

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Farallon Norte Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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Farallon Norte Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

planeta-azul.com · Operator

Operator dive page with access, facilities, and calm-water site description.

www.pimatlas.org · Official

Protected-area reference with authorization and seasonal surveillance notes.

Dive guide page with visibility, depth, access type, difficulty, and seasonal baseline.

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