Samabaj
Why dive here
Samabaj is a dive where divers can encounter humpback whales and sea turtles. Water sits around 28°C.
Diving Samabaj is less about big fish and more about history. Below 15 meters, an ancient Mayan ceremonial site sits preserved in the cool, dark freshwater, offering a unique archaeological dive. It's an advanced dive, best suited for those comfortable with deeper freshwater conditions and low visibility, keen to explore submerged ruins rather than vibrant reefs. Look out for the resident Mozambique mouth-breeder, though your focus will likely be on the stone structures.
Typical Samabaj 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 Samabaj
Samabaj Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Samabaj, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (14.68, -91.23) (0km away)
August Averages
Sea Temperature
28.41°C
83°F
Air Temperature
19.16°C
66°F
Wind Speed
2.22 m/s
4.3 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.2 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
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