Cayo Piedra Reef
Protected Area
Cayo Mono-Galindo
Why dive here
With 139+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, orcas, sea turtles, sperm whales and pufferfish - Cayo Piedra Reef offers some of Isla de la Juventud's richest reef diving. Water ranges 26-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
Cayo Piedra Reef is a really accessible spot, perfect if you’re new to diving or just want a relaxed potter around. At a mellow 14 meters, it’s a gentle introduction to the reefs of Isla de la Juventud. We often spot schools of snapper moving in unison, and the occasional barracuda lurking in the distance. The reef formations here are interesting, with plenty of nooks for grunt and juvenile fish to hide. It's a comfortable, easy dive and a good way to ease into your trip.
Typical Cayo Piedra Reef Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Cayo Piedra Reef
Cayo Piedra Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Cayo Piedra Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (23.09, -81.45) (52km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
85°F · Range: 27.6–30.6°C
Air Temperature
28°C
82°F
Wind Speed
7.54 m/s
14.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1012.9 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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