Local operator support and boat logistics in Jandia.
Rocky wall-and-sand dive with ledges, current, and big fish.
Rocky wall-and-sand dive with ledges, current, and big fish.
Veril Chico is a rocky-and-sandy reef beside the Jandia coast, with a wall-like profile, cracks, and ledges that reward careful navigation. It suits advanced or otherwise confident divers who want a compact but lively dive with angel sharks, rays, groupers, morays, and other fish sheltering in the structure. Plan the dive for calmer conditions and solid buoyancy control.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
17m - 32m
Depth Note
The site sits roughly in the 17-32 m range, with a maximum around 35-40 m; that matches the advanced/deep profile.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer and clearer days often from late spring through early autumn.
Typical Conditions
Rocky and sandy terrain with ledges and cracks, ordinary visibility around 20 m, and current that can strengthen with wind.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Best for advanced or otherwise confident divers; plan around current, manage buoyancy carefully, and keep the dive within your training.
Access Restrictions
No special permit is indicated; wind and current can make shore access unsuitable on some days.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine rules and any coast-specific restrictions that apply on the day.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
This is a scuba-first site with a rocky wall, ledges, and current that reward good buoyancy and timing.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target; the site is a better fit for scuba and careful planning.
Snorkeling
Not ideal for casual snorkeling; the profile suits divers more than surface sightseeing.
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.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Local operator support and boat logistics in Jandia.
Shore access, visibility, current, facilities, and species list.
Reef shape, ledges, and general life description.
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