Caleta 1
Protected Area
Cayo Francés
Why dive here
With 107+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, humpback whales, manta rays and mobula rays (devil rays) - Caleta 1 offers some of Varadero's richest diving. Water sits around 26°C.
Caleta 1 is a straightforward shore dive near Varadero, good for a relaxed afternoon. You’ll find small reef patches and sandy areas, often with juvenile reef fish and sometimes a sleepy nurse shark tucked under a ledge. It’s an easy entry, making it a decent choice for photographers looking for macro subjects or divers just getting comfortable in the ocean. The currents are usually mild here.
Reviews for Caleta 1
Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Caleta 1
Caleta 1 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Caleta 1, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (23.22, -81.17) (0km away)
August Averages
Sea Temperature
26.12°C
79°F
Air Temperature
28.84°C
84°F
Wind Speed
7.9 m/s
15.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1015 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
Book a dive trip in Varadero
Guided dives, courses & snorkel tours - instant booking
Where to Stay near Caleta 1
Prices from Booking.com. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.