Cayo Pescadores
Protected Area
Morrocoy
Why dive here
With 259+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, lemon sharks, orcas and sea turtles - Cayo Pescadores offers some of Morrocoy & Chichiriviche's richest drift diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest September, October, November.
Cayo Pescadores is exactly what we picture when someone mentions Morrocoy. It’s a shallow, bright dive, topping out around 16m, making it perfect for a relaxed afternoon. The water often has that milky turquoise glow, especially on sunny days, which we think adds to the charm, even if it means visibility averages closer to 6m. We love dropping in here, particularly for the sheer density of French grunts. They hang in these shimmering schools, thick enough to make you feel like you're swimming through a liquid silver cloud. Keep an eye on the sand patches between the corals for sand gobies and even the elusive fringed filefish – they’re masters of camouflage but worth the patient search. Our favourite is spotting the shy hamlets peeking out from under ledges. It’s a great spot for newer divers, or anyone who just wants to glide over a lively, colourful reef without battling currents.
Safety Notes
Drift dive - carry a surface marker buoy (SMB) and stay with your group. Brief the current direction before entry.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Cayo Pescadores
Cayo Pescadores Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Cayo Pescadores, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (10.49, -67.82) (18km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28.1–31.1°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
4.46 m/s
8.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.4 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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