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Cantil de Los Recuerdos

3.6 — based on 15 community signals
4.2 12 species 27 contributors

Cantil de Los Recuerdos is a Colombia dive site with year-round access and documented marine biodiversity across 12 species observations.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
12.1 kn
Wave
1.06 m
Water
28.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (26%)
Now: ENE (61°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.39m

Next: Low at 01:00 (-0.02m)

+0.3 m0 m-0.0 m
▼ 01:00 · -0.02m ▲ 07:00 · +0.11m ▼ 09:00 · +0.04m ▲ 10:00 · +0.05m Now +0.0m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV8.6 · very high Air PM2.57 · good 06:15 18:25
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 17.3 1.44 9 1mm
09-19 20.2 1.14 9 2mm
09-20 12.7 1 8 12mm
09-21 14.5 0.68 9 8mm
09-22 9.7 0.46 8 2mm
09-23 10.9 0.48 5 1mm
09-24 10.1 0.78 8 3mm
⚠ Coral bleaching: Watch — favorable conditions

About this spot

Cantil de Los Recuerdos sits off Colombia's coast as a dive destination open to exploration throughout the year. The site hosts measurable marine life diversity, with 12 recorded species observations guiding divers to the underwater habitats worth seeing. Three community videos document the conditions and marine activity, offering real-world perspectives from recent visits. The site operates outside marine protected areas, which shapes access and regulations for visiting divers. Current monitoring flags coral bleaching as a watch status—standard practice for tropical dive zones tracking reef health. This means conditions should be evaluated before planning trips, as coral systems can shift seasonally. Divers planning a visit benefit from reviewing the community videos to assess current visibility, marine life activity, and site conditions. Local dive operators familiar with the Colombian coast can provide depth, difficulty ratings, and water temperature data specific to your travel dates. Cantil de Los Recuerdos delivers year-round diving opportunity in a region known for Caribbean marine ecosystems.

📖 Guide: Diving in Colombia: 68 Sites from Shark Walls to Beginner Reefs

Best months

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

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 ↔ 8314km · ~1912kg · €34

From your departure country

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

FAQ

Can I dive Cantil de Los Recuerdos year-round?

Yes, the site is accessible year-round. However, seasonal variations affect visibility and marine activity. Check community videos and local operators for current conditions before booking.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not established for this site. Contact local Colombian dive operators who work Cantil de Los Recuerdos for accurate briefings matched to your certification level.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been documented at the site. Watch the three community videos available online to see recent marine activity and biodiversity firsthand.

Do I need permits or certifications to dive here?

The site is not within a marine protected area. Standard recreational diving certification applies. Verify current Colombian diving regulations with local operators before your trip.

Operators near this spot

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

Almacén Stella

3.5 km
Dive centre
Hours: Mo-Sa 09:00-12:30, 15:00-19:30

Blue Life Dive

3.6 km
Dive centre

Karibik Diving

4 km
Dive centre
Speaks 🇬🇧 🇩🇪
Hours: Mo-Fr 14:00-17:00; Sa 14:00-16:00

Scuba San Andres

5.8 km
Dive centre PADI
PADI

San Andres Divers

7.1 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Apnea Profunda San Andrés Cantil Nirvana

Mario A. Rojas

Recuerdos del Nirvana Oceanquest San Andrés Islas 2018

carloselapneista / Apneista - Colombiano

San Andres Nirvana

Diver & Biker Adventures
wind peaks Feb-Dec-Jul, calmest Apr-Sep-Oct, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Mar (100/100) Worst: Dec (0/100) Now: Sep (61/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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