Dive-site story
Situated along the rocky headlands of Bahía Gayraca within Tayrona National Natural Park, Barritas de Gairaca is characterized by parallel coral bars and rocky ridges that extend outward over a sandy seabed. Divers follow these submerged ridges to explore scattered brain and star coral colonies interspersed with sea fans. The sandy channels between the reef fingers frequently conceal resting southern stingrays, while nurse sharks occasionally shelter under deeper ledges.
Series of parallel coral ridges creating natural channels across a sandy bottom
Frequent encounters with southern stingrays resting in the sand between reef bars
Sheltered bay environment making it accessible in various sea states
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Warmer water temperatures prevail during the middle and latter parts of the year, while early months bring seasonal coastal upwelling.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern stingrayHypanus americanus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Nurse sharkGinglymostoma cirratum | Common | ||||||||||||
| French angelfishPomacanthus paru | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted morayGymnothorax moringa | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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