Bajo Mariajo
Depth: 5 to 11 meters (15 to 335 feet)
Location: Guarderias de Coral, Carrera-3A, Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
Visibility: 7 meters
Max Depth: 9 meters
Ideal for: Skills dives, Open Water certification courses, night dives
Diver Level: Beginner, Advanced
Discover a dive site in the pristine waters of Colombia. With a depth ranging from 5 to 11 meters (15 to 335 feet), this small coral structure is conveniently located just two minutes away from the coast. You'll be delighted to explore this underwater paradise, free from swells and strong currents.
This dive site is perfect for honing your skills, whether you're mastering perfect buoyancy or completing your Open Water certification. Beginners and advanced divers alike will find this spot ideal for building confidence and expanding their diving abilities.
At night, the magic of this site unfolds as you encounter a diverse array of fascinating invertebrates. Keep an eye out for the mesmerizing basket star, among other captivating creatures.
As you explore the dive site, you'll come across a blend of calcareous sand, impressive Orbicellate and branching Elkhorn corals, and hydroids like fire corals. These elements create a gentle slope between 5 and 11 meters, where the thriving Thalassia meadow offers a haven for snails, electric rays, and heart urchins.
Immerse yourself in the wonders of this Colombian dive site, where you can enhance your skills, marvel at the marine life, and create unforgettable memories. Book your dive excursion today and experience the beauty that lies beneath the surface.
Location: Guarderias de Coral, Carrera-3A, Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
Visibility: 7 meters
Max Depth: 9 meters
Ideal for: Skills dives, Open Water certification courses, night dives
Diver Level: Beginner, Advanced
Discover a dive site in the pristine waters of Colombia. With a depth ranging from 5 to 11 meters (15 to 335 feet), this small coral structure is conveniently located just two minutes away from the coast. You'll be delighted to explore this underwater paradise, free from swells and strong currents.
This dive site is perfect for honing your skills, whether you're mastering perfect buoyancy or completing your Open Water certification. Beginners and advanced divers alike will find this spot ideal for building confidence and expanding their diving abilities.
At night, the magic of this site unfolds as you encounter a diverse array of fascinating invertebrates. Keep an eye out for the mesmerizing basket star, among other captivating creatures.
As you explore the dive site, you'll come across a blend of calcareous sand, impressive Orbicellate and branching Elkhorn corals, and hydroids like fire corals. These elements create a gentle slope between 5 and 11 meters, where the thriving Thalassia meadow offers a haven for snails, electric rays, and heart urchins.
Immerse yourself in the wonders of this Colombian dive site, where you can enhance your skills, marvel at the marine life, and create unforgettable memories. Book your dive excursion today and experience the beauty that lies beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Bajo Mariajo
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bajo Mariajo
Depth
9m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Bajo Mariajo
Wave Height
1.12m
Wind Speed
13.1 m/s
Water Temp
30.4°C
Visibility
30.46km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
28.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bajo Mariajo
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Dive Score Chart for Bajo Mariajo
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 7.373845539906103/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.98m, Wind 10.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.279171081677705/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Bajo Mariajo: 06:00
Sunset at Bajo Mariajo: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Bajo Mariajo are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
8:00Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.98m (7.1s), Wind: 10.8 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1.02m, Wind: 2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bajo MariajoAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bajo Mariajo
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Bajo Mariajo
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.7/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Bajo Mariajo
December
Score: 9.8
January
Score: 9.7
March
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Bajo Mariajo
Water Temp
26.5°C / 79.7°F
May
Visibility
13.7m / 44.9ft
December
Wave Height
1.2m / 3.9ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bajo Mariajo
Bajo Mariajo shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.5°C) and November the coldest (22.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). February is usually the driest month with 0.5mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026
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