Capurgana
Providencia · Colombia
Capurgana offers a tranquil diving experience in the Colombian Caribbean, characterized by vibrant coral reefs and a rich diversity of macro life. Divers can explore shallow coral gardens and deeper walls, encountering colorful reef fish, crustaceans, and occasional pelagic visitors. The clear, warm waters provide excellent visibility for exploring the healthy ecosystems.
Conditions
Depth
5 to 30 m
Open water and up
Current
Usually gentle
Can pick up on the edge
Visibility
15 to 25 m
Clearest in the calm season
Water
26 to 30°C
Tropical wetsuit
Month by month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water (°C) | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 |
| Vis (m) | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| Current | Gentle | Gentle | Gentle | Gentle | Gentle | Gentle | Gentle | Gentle | Gentle | Gentle | Gentle | Gentle |
Your chances of seeing each animal
Parrotfish
Last confirmed May 20, 2024 · 20 records
Very likely
Most dives
Damselfish
Last confirmed May 20, 2024 · 25 records
Very likely
Most dives
Angelfish
Last confirmed May 20, 2024 · 18 records
Very likely
Most dives
Caribbean Land Hermit Crab
Last confirmed Mar 14, 2026 · 8 records
Very likely
Most dives
Common Basilisk
Last confirmed Jan 1, 2025 · 2 records
Sometimes
About 1 in 3 dives
West Indian Fuzzy Chiton
Last confirmed Jul 13, 2025 · 4 records
Sometimes
About 1 in 3 dives
Delicate Ameiva
Last confirmed Apr 22, 2025 · 1 records
Rare
Now and then
Sally Lightfoot Crab
Last confirmed May 1, 2026 · 4 records
Rare
Now and then
Gear