MIMI
Why dive here
With 107+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, humpback whales, manta rays and mobula rays (devil rays) - MIMI offers some of Varadero's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 25-31°C, warmest July, August, September.
Dropping onto the MIMI, you’re met with a surprisingly intact motor vessel, resting upright in just 11 metres of water. It’s a compelling site, especially considering its history – a reported mutiny back in ’75, with four lives lost. We find the main deck easy to navigate, and the superstructure still offers enough shelter for schools of snapper and grunts to mill about inside. Look for the resident moray eels peeking from crevices. This site is calm and shallow, making it a good pick for newer wreck divers or anyone after a relaxed second dive.
Typical MIMI Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MIMI
MIMI Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for MIMI, 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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