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Kennedy

3.4 — based on 13 community signals
4.3 12 especies 31 colaboradores

Kennedy is a year-round dive destination in Mexico with no marine protection restrictions and excellent coral health.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
YearRound

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Actividad
dive
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Delfín mular

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
11.9 kn
Olas
1.12 m
Agua
22.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (43%)
Now: NW (323°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.61m

Próxima: Alta a las 09:00 (+0.47m)

+1.1 m0 m-0.5 m
▼ 23:00 · -0.22m ▲ 09:00 · +0.47m ▲ 16:00 · +0.77m ▼ 00:00 · -0.31m Ahora -0.2m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV7.4 · high Aire PM2.510 · good 06:32 18:48
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 11.6 1.26 7 0mm
09-19 11.3 1.22 7 0mm
09-20 10.1 1.14 7 0mm
09-21 10.4 1.06 7 0mm
09-22 9.6 1.16 7 0mm
09-23 7.8 1.1 7 0mm
09-24 8.4 1.1 7 0mm

About this spot

Kennedy offers diving opportunities in Mexico throughout the year. The site is outside any marine protected area, giving divers straightforward access without permit requirements. Coral conditions are healthy with no bleaching stress reported, which means the reef structure and resident species remain vibrant. The dive community has documented 12 species observations at Kennedy, providing solid data on marine life encounters. Three community videos are available, offering real-world footage of conditions and wildlife. These resources give prospective divers a clear picture of what to expect before booking. Kennedy works as a year-round destination, so timing depends on your personal schedule rather than seasonal closures or poor conditions. Water conditions remain suitable across all months, making it accessible whether you're planning a winter escape or a summer trip. The site's consistent availability and healthy reef make it a reliable choice for divers seeking to explore Mexico's underwater landscape without seasonal limitations or complex permitting.

📖 Guía: Buceo en México: 51 sitios desde cenotes hasta inmersiones con tiburones

Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

Delfín mular

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

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 ↔ 9453km · ~2174kg · €39

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

Can I dive Kennedy year-round?

Yes. Kennedy is open and diveable throughout the year, with no seasonal closures or months to avoid.

What marine life might I see?

Kennedy has 12 documented species observations recorded by the dive community. Check community videos to see actual footage of animals divers encounter there.

Is the coral healthy at Kennedy?

Yes. The site shows no coral bleaching stress, meaning the reef structure is in good condition.

Do I need permits or permission to dive Kennedy?

Kennedy is not inside a marine protected area, so you do not need special permits. Access is straightforward.

Recently spotted by divers

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

53 registros · 44 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Última observación:
9 mar 2026
×1registros

Delphinidae

Mammalia · Delphinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
18 ene 2026
×2registros

Strongylocentrotus purpuratus

Echinoidea · Strongylocentrotidae
GBIF
Última observación:
17 ene 2026
×1registros

Aplysia vaccaria

Gastropoda · Aplysiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
17 ene 2026
×1registros

Argopecten ventricosus

Bivalvia · Pectinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
11 ene 2026
×1registros

Anthopleura sola

Anthozoa · Actiniidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×2registros

Megathura crenulata

Gastropoda · Fissurellidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 ene 2026
×1registros

Megaptera novaeangliae

Humpback whale
Mammalia · Balaenopteridae
OBIS
Última observación:
21 jul 2024
×1registros

Delphinidae

Dolphins
Mammalia · Delphinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
4 nov 2009
×1registros

Scina borealis

Malacostraca · Scinidae
OBIS
Última observación:
26 ago 2007
×1registros
Profundidad:
193 m

Vibilia australis

Malacostraca · Vibiliidae
OBIS
Última observación:
25 ago 2007
×1registros
Profundidad:
207 m

Lestrigonus bengalensis

Malacostraca · Lestrigonidae
OBIS
Última observación:
13 oct 2005
×1registros
Profundidad:
205 m

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Diving Kennedy Field in Ensenada Mexico

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💬 1 top comments
  • Do you have more info on this site? I'm trying to catalog dives in San Diego and Baja. Id like to add your video to my site if i can find out more about the dive. Thanks.

    @SDScuba · 👍 1

Sky diving in Mexico 🇲🇽 best experience ever

kendra Kennedy

Buceo en Ensenada, campo Kennedy!

MARES 5 Star Dive Center PADI
wind peaks May-Apr-Mar, calmest Jan-Dec-Nov, 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: Jan (100/100) Worst: Apr (0/100) Now: Sep (95/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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