Dive-site story
La Ciénaga is a sheltered marine inlet within Henri Pittier National Park along Venezuela's central coast. Accessible by boat from Ocumare de la Costa, the area features a shallow coastal reef system, seagrass beds, and mangrove roots that provide shelter for juvenile fish and benthic invertebrates. The inner bay remains calm year-round, while outer drop-offs and coral structures face open waters with varying surge.
Extensive coral formations including brain corals, sea fans, and boulder star corals
Calm, protected waters in the inner bay suitable for relaxed diving and training
Diverse coastal ecosystem blending mangrove roots, seagrass meadows, and rocky reef patches
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Dry months provide optimal visibility and calmer sea state for boat transit from the harbor.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| French angelfishPomacanthus paru | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellowtail snapperOcyurus chrysurus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Stoplight parrotfishSparisoma viride | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green moray eelGymnothorax funebris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted eagle rayAetobatus narinari | Rare |
Marine forecast
