El Bajo

Standard backroll or giant stride from the dive boat. Be prepared for currents and blue water descents.

Accessible via boat; typically a 60-90 minute ride from La Paz dive centers.

Expect sightings of hammerhead sharks, tuna, jacks, rays, and occasionally whale sharks and marlins.

Submerged seamount with three main pinnacles rising from deep water, surrounded by open ocean.

N/A - Dive trips to El Bajo depart by boat from marinas in La Paz.

Facilities available at dive shops and marinas in La Paz. No facilities on site.

Low to moderate depending on the season. Site is popular for big animal diving but requires ideal conditions.

Currents can be strong and unpredictable. Advanced diving skills, including blue water descents, are recommended.