Dive-site story
Rising dramatically from the waters of Banderas Bay, the granite rock formations of Los Arcos form a protected marine park with diverse underwater topography. Divers encounter shallow coral-encrusted reefs, cavernous swim-throughs, and steep drop-offs like the famous Devil's Jaw canyon. Ocean currents bring nutrient-rich waters that sustain dense congregations of Pacific reef fish and visiting pelagics.
Submerged archways, tunnels, and dramatic granite walls plunging into the deep bay
Frequent encounters with spotted eagle rays gliding along the rocky drop-offs
Night dive opportunities featuring hunting morays, sleeping parrotfish, and bioluminescence
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late autumn through spring brings the clearest water and opportunities to spot migratory pelagics and hear humpback whale songs underwater.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spotted Eagle RayAetobatus narinari | Common | ||||||||||||
| Cortez AngelfishPomacanthus zonipectus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Panamic Green MorayGymnothorax castaneus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mobula RayMobula munkiana | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Olive Ridley Sea TurtleLepidochelys olivacea | Common |
Marine forecast
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