Learn to Dive in Colombia
Colombia’s Highlights
Colombia borders both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific. Colombia has dozens of dive locations to choose from depending on experience level and what you want to see during a dive. The Pacific side has stronger currents and is reserved for more experienced divers. These strong currents bring interesting marine life. The Caribbean side offers calmer conditions and some beautiful reefs.
Malpelo Island is world-renowned for shark dives. From January to March, hammerhead sharks in large groups can be found. From May to September, silky sharks gather in the surrounding waters. Dives in Malpelo are reserved for experienced divers with a minimum number of dives.
When is the best time to go diving in Colombia?
You can go diving in Colombia at any time of year. The best months to dive are July to August and from December to March.
Water Temperature: Between 24°C and 29°C all year-round.
Currents: None to strong
Visibility: 5 to 30 meters
Colombia’s best dive sites
Providencia
Located on the third largest barrier reef system in the world stretching over 255 km2. The area around providencia is a UNESCO protected area. Stunning coral with a variety of animals to spot. 4 types of sharks can be spotted on over 40 dive sites in the area.
Malpelo
Located on the Colombian Pacific, Mapelo is difficult to get to but worth the trip. It’s one of the best places in the world to dive with sharks. Some divers report diving with up to 500 hammerheads.
Gorgona Island
Humpback whales use the area around Gorgona to breed. Located on the Pacific, these interesting dive sites are home to large pelagic species and turtles.
About the country
With a rich and vibrant culture, Colombia is a traveler’s dream. Lush rainforests, beautiful coastlines and interesting cities are part of Colombia. It is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, making it the perfect country for nature and animal lover’s to explore. One of Colombia’s most interesting points of interest is the Cano Cristales, roughly translated to the Liquid Rainbow which shines five different colours depending on the time of year.
Recreational Courses in Colombia
Dive Centers in Colombia
Getting to Colombia
Colombia is easily accessible from North and South America, as well as Europe. It has five international airports spread out across the country. Getting to Colombia can sometimes be cheaper via America. Once you arrive, public buses or domestic flights are the best way to get around the country.
Other important information
- Capital: Bogota
- Official Language: Spanish
- Demonym: Colombian
- Currency: Colombian Peso (COP)
- Calling code: +57
- Driving Side: right
- Population: Over 50,000,000
- Pressure: Pounds/square inch (psi)
- First Stage: INT/ Yoke
