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Punta Aguja

3.6 — based on 16 community signals
4.2 12 especies 29 colaboradores

Punta Aguja is a year-round dive destination off Colombia's Caribbean coast, featuring 12 documented species and no current coral stress.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
Temp. del agua
24–29°C
Shore entryFamily-friendlyPhotoFriendly

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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Temp. del agua
24–29 °C
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Tortuga carey

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Mapa de ubicación de Punta Aguja © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
10.1 kn
Olas
1.12 m
Agua
29.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ENE (42%)
Now: NE (50°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.37m

Próxima: Baja a las 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 Ahora +0.0m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV8.95 · very high Aire PM2.510 · good 05:45 17:55
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
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
🌡 Water temp: Normal for Sep (24–29°C)

About this spot

Punta Aguja sits near Isla de La Aguja in Colombia's Caribbean waters, offering consistent diving conditions throughout the year. The site draws divers seeking tropical marine life in an undeveloped setting. With 12 species observations recorded and three community videos documenting the area, you'll find reliable intel from other divers who've been there. The site remains outside protected marine areas, meaning fewer restrictions on access and dive operations. Current coral health shows no stress indicators, a positive sign for reef stability and marine biodiversity. This makes Punta Aguja a solid choice if you want to explore Colombia's underwater character without battling degraded ecosystems. Exact depth and visibility metrics aren't standardized here, so check with local operators before booking. Colombia's Caribbean coast tends toward warm, tropical conditions year-round, but seasonal swells and rainfall can shift underwater visibility. The three available community videos give you a real look at what divers encounter—worth watching before you commit. Access typically runs through local dive shops on the mainland or nearby islands. Bring your credentials and expect straightforward entry procedures for non-protected waters.

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Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

Tortuga carey

Tipos de buceo

ArrecifeCosta

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🤿 Pack: 3/2 mm shorty
  • 📜 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%
  • 🤿 Wetsuit 3/2 mm shorty
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 7561km · ~1739kg · €31

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 93/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 12h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 0h

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Punta Aguja?

Punta Aguja works year-round. Colombia's Caribbean waters stay warm and diveable in every season, though visibility and conditions vary with rainfall and swell. Check local reports closer to your travel dates for weekly conditions.

What depth and difficulty level is Punta Aguja?

Exact depths aren't standardized for this site. Contact local dive operators for specific bottom contours, wall profiles, and current conditions. Difficulty depends on these factors and your experience level.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been documented at Punta Aguja. The community videos show what divers have encountered recently—watch those for the most current and visual confirmation of what's actively around the site.

Do I need permits or special access?

Punta Aguja sits outside marine protected areas, so standard dive certification and Colombian entry requirements apply. Book through established local operators who handle logistics and ensure safe, compliant access.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Ocean Lovers Taganga

5.7 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +573043263342
Horario: Every day from 7am-7pm.

Caribbean Pro Dive Center

8.4 km
Centro de buceo
Horario: Mo-Su 07:00-19:30

Reef Shepherd

5.6 km
Centro de buceo

Aquarius

5.6 km
Centro de buceo

Oceano Scuba Centro de Buceo

5.8 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +57(5)4219004
Horario: Mo-Su 08:00-12:00, 14:00-20:00

Tayrona Dive Center

5.8 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Freediving Granate - Isla Aguja | Taganga - Colombia

Mauro Piccoto

Diving in Taganga (Isla Aguja)

aquantistaganga

Diving Santa Marta, Colombia 2022 - Punta de la Aguja

Raul Pino
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: May (100/100) Worst: Apr (0/100) Now: Sep (0/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

Spots cercanos

Salichin Colombia Buceo
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Salichin

Salichin offers year-round diving near Colombia's Caribbean coast with stable conditions and diverse marine life.

Principiante Ene·Feb·Mar+
Torin Colombia Buceo
🇨🇴 Colombia

Torin

Torin near Cabo de La Aguja offers year-round diving in Colombia's Caribbean waters with healthy coral and abundant marine life.

Principiante Ene·Feb·Mar+
Bombita Colombia Buceo
🇨🇴 Colombia

Bombita

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

Ene·Feb·Mar+

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