Barrera de Felipe
Protected Area
Los Caimanes
Why dive here
With 107+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, humpback whales, manta rays and mobula rays (devil rays) - Barrera de Felipe offers some of Varadero's richest reef diving. Water ranges 25-31°C, warmest July, August, September.
Barrera de Felipe offers a straightforward reef dive, shallow at 12 meters, making it ideal for newer divers or those looking for an easy second tank. You’ll find typical Caribbean reef fish here, like parrotfish and small snappers, navigating the coral formations. It's a relaxed site, good for getting comfortable in the water and enjoying the general reef scenery without strong currents to contend with. We'd suggest it as a gentle introduction to Varadero's underwater world.
Typical Barrera de Felipe 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 Barrera de Felipe
Barrera de Felipe Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Barrera de Felipe, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (22.64, -79.18) (29km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
85°F · Range: 26.9–31.2°C
Air Temperature
28°C
82°F
Wind Speed
8.43 m/s
16.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.5 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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