Cabo Pulmo - Sea of Cortez

Cabo Pulmo, once a quiet fishing village, now stands as a testament to effective conservation. This national marine park in the Sea of Cortez, protected since 1995, offers a compelling look at a revitalized ecosystem. We've seen dense schools of jacks and fusiliers here, often swirling into those mesmerizing bait balls. Look out for bull sharks patrolling the deeper edges of the reef or turtles gracefully navigating the coral. It's a fantastic spot for divers keen on seeing marine life thrive, and a good reminder of what protection can achieve.

Location
Sea of Cortez, Mexico, North America
Coordinates
23.400000, -109.433300

Marine Protected Area: Cabo Pulmo

Best Time to Dive in Sea of Cortez

The warmest water temperatures in Sea of Cortez occur in September, averaging 30.4°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 21.1°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 22.2°C
  • February: 21.1°C
  • March: 21.5°C
  • April: 22.6°C
  • May: 24.8°C
  • June: 27.1°C
  • July: 29.1°C
  • August: 30.1°C
  • September: 30.4°C
  • October: 29.8°C
  • November: 27.6°C
  • December: 25.1°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Sea of Cortez

Nearest Dive Centres to Cabo Pulmo

Marine Life in Sea of Cortez

Home to 197 recorded species including 172 reef fish, 14 whales & dolphins, 5 sharks & rays, 3 other, 1 sea cucumbers, 1 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Cabo Pulmo

Based on average water temperature of 26.0°C, currents 9 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 26°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories