El Gran Cañón - Santa Marta & Tayrona

Juani North is a solid pick when you're diving Mafia, especially if you’re looking for a reef that actually fringes the island. We’ve found the slope here to be pretty gentle, hitting a max of 21m, which makes it an easy dive for most skill levels. The corals lean towards those pinks and purples, giving the reef a distinct tone. Keep an eye out for green turtles – we often spot a few cruising by. You'll likely encounter the usual reef fish schools too, with giant trevallies occasionally making an appearance. Visibility averages around 13m, so it’s not always gin-clear, but good enough to appreciate the details.

Location
Santa Marta & Tayrona, Colombia, South America
Coordinates
9.816800, -75.735500
Type
reef

Marine Protected Area: Los Corales del Rosario y de San Bernardo

Nearby Dive Sites in Santa Marta & Tayrona

Nearest Dive Centres to El Gran Cañón

Marine Life in Santa Marta & Tayrona

Home to 533 recorded species including 416 reef fish, 38 hard corals, 17 sharks & rays, 13 other, 9 crabs & lobsters, 7 whales & dolphins.

Notable Species