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Cardona

3.5 — based on 14 community signals
4.2 12 especies 26 colaboradores

Cardona offers year-round diving in Mexico with 12 recorded species observations and healthy coral conditions.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
4.7 kn
Olas
0.58 m
Agua
30.4°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: E (22%)
Now: NE (55°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.24m

Próxima: Alta a las 04:00 (+0.25m)

+0.3 m+0.1 m
▼ 23:00 · +0.14m ▲ 04:00 · +0.25m ▼ 11:00 · +0.08m ▲ 17:00 · +0.23m Ahora +0.1m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV8.25 · very high Aire PM2.53 · good 06:35 18:47
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 5.2 0.68 8 1mm
09-19 6.2 0.58 8 8mm
09-20 7.6 0.66 8 9mm
09-21 6.8 0.68 8 15mm
09-22 7.2 0.62 8 21mm
09-23 6.2 0.7 8 14mm
09-24 5.4 0.72 7 28mm

About this spot

Cardona is a dive destination in Mexico that welcomes divers throughout the year. The site hosts healthy coral conditions with no bleaching stress, making it suitable for marine life viewing. Twelve species observations have been documented at the location, giving divers a solid baseline for what to expect underwater. The spot has generated community interest, with three videos available for planning and research. While specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't published, the presence of documented species and active community engagement suggests the site accommodates various skill levels. The lack of marine protected area restrictions means easier access for visiting divers.

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Esenciales del viaje

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

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B · 127V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 8022km · ~1845kg · €33

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 96/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 11h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 1h este · 1 día de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Cardona?

Cardona is diveable year-round. Plan your trip based on your schedule and general Mexico travel conditions.

What marine life will I see at Cardona?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at Cardona. Review community videos to identify common species before your dive.

Is Cardona in a protected marine area?

No. Cardona sits outside a marine protected area, meaning fewer permit requirements for access.

What are the coral conditions at Cardona?

Coral at Cardona shows no bleaching stress, indicating healthy conditions for viewing and photography.

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

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wind peaks Mar-Feb-Jan, calmest Oct-Aug-Sep, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jun (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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La Francesa

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