Dive-site story
Located off the rugged Michoacán coast, Faro de Bucerías features rocky islets, patch reefs, and the scattered remains of a shallow shipwreck. Divers navigate granite boulder formations covered in hard coral heads and sea fans, with sandy channels running between volcanic stone outcroppings.
Remains of an old cargo shipwreck resting in shallow waters near the islets
Rocky underwater channels and swim-throughs formed by volcanic boulder piles
Frequent encounters with Pacific sea turtles resting among the rocky reef crevices
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Dry months offer calmer ocean conditions, reduced rainfall runoff, and better visibility.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Ridley Sea TurtleLepidochelys olivacea | Common | ||||||||||||
| Panamic Green MorayGymnothorax castaneus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Cortez AngelfishPomacanthus zonipectus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted PorcupinefishDiodon hystrix | Common | ||||||||||||
| Pacific Crevalle JackCaranx caninus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted Eagle RayAetobatus narinari | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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