Dive-site story
Granate sits along the rocky coastal boundary of the Tayrona region northeast of Taganga. Submerged granitic boulders and coral outcroppings give way to sandy expanses, providing habitat for Caribbean reef fish, benthic invertebrates, and occasional cruising rays.
Massive granitic boulders covered in sponges and sea fans
Sheltered sandy patches frequented by rays and flatfish
Deep crevices housing moray eels and lobsters
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Conditions allow diving throughout the year, with upwelling bringing cooler water early in the year and warmer water arriving in late summer.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spotted MorayGymnothorax moringa | Common | ||||||||||||
| Southern StingrayHypanus americanus | Common | ||||||||||||
| French AngelfishPomacanthus paru | Common | ||||||||||||
| Caribbean Spiny LobsterPanulirus argus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Nurse SharkGinglymostoma cirratum | Rare |
Marine forecast
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