Dive sites in Sea of Cortez
11–30 m · 28 signature species
9 dive sites in Sea of Cortez, from the most talked-about to the most confidential.↓ Map of dive sites in Sea of Cortez
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Salvatierra Wreck →
Descend to 18 metres onto the Salvatierra, where cargo trucks still rest with their tires inflated, creating a vibrant artificial reef.
Max. depth · 18 m
Swanee Reef →
Swanee Reef offers a dual dive experience, combining a vibrant shallow reef with the historic 'Salvatierra' wreck, both teeming with schooling fish and diverse marine life.
Max. depth · 11 m
Los Islotes →
Descend into the captivating underwater world of Los Islotes, where playful California sea lions await amidst vibrant reef ecosystems.
Isla Ballena Dive Site →
Descend into the calm waters off Isla Espiritu Santo to explore captivating underwater caves, discover a hidden air pocket, and glide over sandy gardens teeming with delicate garden eels.
Max. depth · 18 m
El Bajo →
Descend onto El Bajo, a vibrant coral reef alive with schooling fish and the promise of pelagic encounters near Cabo Pulmo.
Max. depth · 18 m
Punta Lobos Dive Site →
Descend into the vibrant waters of Punta Lobos, where a gentle slope transitions into a rocky wall habitat for elusive giant seahorses and vibrant octopuses, all while mobula rays sweep by in season.
Max. depth · 27 m
La Reynita Dive Site →
Descend into the heart of a vibrant rocky pinnacle at La Reynita, where constant currents bring a dynamic array of schooling fish and large groupers to the west side of Isla Cerralvo.
Max. depth · 30 m
La Reyna Dive Site →
Descend to a rocky islet north of Isla Cerralvo where abundant reef life meets the open ocean, offering remarkable encounters with giant Pacific manta rays.
Max. depth · 25 m
Fang Ming Wreck →
Descend to 21 metres to explore the Fang Ming and Lapas03, two deliberately scuttled vessels now thriving with marine life.
Max. depth · 21 m
