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Bombita

3.6 — based on 16 community signals
4.2 12 species 29 contributors

Bombita is a year-round Colombian dive site with 12 recorded species and active community content.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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At a glance

Activity
dive
Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Hawksbill turtle

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Conditions today

Conditions

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Wind
10.1 kn
Wave
1.12 m
Water
29.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ENE (42%)
Now: NE (50°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.37m

Next: Low at 01:00 (+0.01m)

+0.4 m0 m+0.0 m
▼ 01:00 · +0.01m ▲ 06:00 · +0.07m ▼ 09:00 · +0.05m ▲ 18:00 · +0.35m Now +0.0m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV8.95 · very high Air PM2.510 · good 05:45 17:55
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 11.5 1.12 9 0mm
09-19 9.5 1.12 7 4mm
09-20 8.1 0.72 8 5mm
09-21 7.2 0.5 8 1mm
09-22 6.2 0.52 8 12mm
09-23 10.3 0.7 8 4mm
09-24 8.9 0.66 8 2mm

About this spot

Bombita is a dive destination in Colombia's Magdalena Department, accessible year-round for underwater exploration. The site sits near Punta de La Aguja peninsula and operates outside marine protected areas, offering flexibility for dive operations. With 12 documented species observations and 3 community-contributed videos, the site has a growing record of marine life encounters that divers have catalogued. The spot shows no signs of coral bleaching stress, indicating relatively stable reef health. This makes it a viable choice for divers interested in reef ecosystems without acute environmental concerns. Community engagement at Bombita suggests a developing diver base sharing experiences and marine observations. While specific depth, visibility, and water temperature data remain undocumented in current records, the year-round diving window means you can plan trips across all seasons. The peninsula geography and species diversity hint at varied underwater terrain worth exploring. Check with local dive operators for current conditions, water parameters, and skill requirements before booking.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Marine life

Hawksbill turtle

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B · 110V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 7902km · ~1817kg · €33

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 93/100
  • Visa: Visa-free · 90 days max
  • Flight: 12h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 0h

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Bombita?

Bombita can be dived year-round, so seasonal planning is flexible. Contact local operators for month-to-month conditions, as weather and sea state vary across Colombia's Caribbean coast.

What depth and difficulty level is Bombita?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not yet documented for this site. Reach out to local dive shops in Magdalena Department to confirm skill requirements and depth ranges before your trip.

What marine life will I see at Bombita?

Twelve species have been recorded at Bombita, though detailed species lists are still being compiled by the diving community. The reef shows no bleaching stress, suggesting healthy coral and stable marine habitat.

Do I need permits or special access to dive Bombita?

Bombita is not within a marine protected area, so standard diving regulations apply. Work with licensed local operators who understand Colombian maritime rules and current site conditions.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Ocean Lovers Taganga

4.1 km
Dive centre
Hours: Every day from 7am-7pm.

Caribbean Pro Dive Center

7.5 km
Dive centre
Hours: Mo-Su 07:00-19:30

Aquarius

4 km
Dive centre

Tayrona Dive Center

4.1 km
Dive centre

Aquantis Dive Center

4.2 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

1 records · 1 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Ocypode quadrata

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Last seen:
11 Jan 2026
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Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

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GangaVidad

Colchon antiescaras greetmed

HomeCare Salud a Domicilio
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: May (100/100) Worst: Apr (0/100) Now: Sep (0/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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