Centro de Buceo Rincón del Mar - Divecenter - Malpelo Island
Malpelo. Just saying the name makes some divers sit up straighter. It’s an adventure, pure and simple, and the team at Centro de Buceo Rincón del Mar are the perfect guides for it. They’re not about fancy resorts or frills; they’re about getting you safely into some of the most electrifying water on the planet. We love that they keep it focused, offering Mini Courses for those dipping a toe in, right up to full certifications for serious exploration. This isn’t a place for gentle drift dives over colourful reefs, though those can be found elsewhere in Colombia. Malpelo is for big animal encounters, and Rincón del Mar knows how to deliver. Think schools of hammerheads, sometimes hundreds strong, swirling above you like a living tornado. We’ve been there when the silkies come in so close you can almost feel the water shift as they glide past. It’s a rush, a proper adrenaline hit. Visibility here can push 30 metres on a good day, but the currents can also be ripping, which is why having experienced local guides like these guys is non-negotiable. They know the eddies, they know where the aggregations are, and they’ll put you in the right spot at the right time. Our tip? Chat with them beforehand about the conditions and what you’re hoping to see. They’re straight shooters and will tell you what’s realistic. If you’re looking for a raw, unforgettable Malpelo experience without the fuss, this is your crew.
- Location
- Malpelo Island, Colombia, South America
- Coordinates
- 9.773950, -75.645370
- Phone
- +57 320 7201658
- Website
- https://www.centrodebuceorincondelmar.com/
- Courses
- Mini Course, Certified Diving Courses
- Equipment Rental
- no
- Address
- Sector la Punta, San Onofre
Dive Sites Near Centro de Buceo Rincón del Mar - Divecenter
Centro de Buceo Rincón del Mar - Divecenter provides access to 15 dive sites in Malpelo Island.
- Alice-Agnes Rocks (reef)
- Aquamarina
- Aquarius
- Archies Rock (reef)
- Arrecife Edinburgh (reef)
- Arthur Jackson Reef - 5-20m (reef)
- Asmalera Rocks (reef)
- Auiapuni Reef (reef)
- Auikera (reef)
- Bajo Bonito (reef)
- Bajo Caribana (reef)
- Bajo del Anda (pinnacle)
- Bajo del Cholo (pinnacle)
- Bajo del Hospital
- Bajo del Junior (pinnacle)
Other Dive Centres in Malpelo Island
Best Time to Dive in Malpelo Island
The warmest water temperatures in Malpelo Island occur in October, averaging 30.2°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 28.0°C.
Monthly Water Temperatures
- January: 28.2°C
- February: 28.0°C
- March: 28.3°C
- April: 29.0°C
- May: 29.7°C
- June: 29.9°C
- July: 29.4°C
- August: 29.4°C
- September: 29.9°C
- October: 30.2°C
- November: 29.4°C
- December: 28.7°C
Marine Life in Malpelo Island
Home to 72 recorded species including 68 reef fish, 2 other, 1 hard corals, 1 sea cucumbers.
Notable Marine Life
- Silver mojarra (Eucinostomus argenteus) - Reef Fish
- Snapper (Lutjanus synagris) - Reef Fish
- Kwab (Sparisoma radians) - Reef Fish
- Butterfly (Chaetodon capistratus) - Reef Fish
- Cola (Ocyurus chrysurus) - Reef Fish
- Banded Wrasse (Halichoeres notospilus) - Reef Fish
- Flamefish (Apogon maculatus) - Reef Fish
- Mutton Snapper (Lutjanus analis) - Reef Fish
- Fringed Filefish (Monacanthus ciliatus) - Reef Fish
- Molly Miller (Labrisomus nuchipinnis) - Reef Fish
Recommended Packing List for Malpelo Island
Based on average water temperature of 29.2°C, currents 14 cm/s.
- Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°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