Guardalavaca
Protected Area
Bahía de Naranjo
Why dive here
With 483+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, bull sharks, eagle rays, humpback whales and nurse sharks - Guardalavaca offers some of Jardines de la Reina's richest diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Guardalavaca offers a gentle introduction to Jardines de la Reina. At 23 metres, it’s a calm site, good for less experienced divers looking to get comfortable. We’ve seen a decent variety of smaller reef fish here, along with the occasional nurse shark tucked under ledges. It's not a site that will blow your mind, but it’s a solid, easy dive.
Typical Guardalavaca Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 23m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Guardalavaca
Guardalavaca Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Guardalavaca, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
30.16°C
86°F
Current Speed
6.08 cm/s
Direction: W (260.5°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.032 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.36 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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