Gavilanes
Sheltered Reef Dive with Canyons, Corridors & Tons of Marine Life
Gavilanes is one of the most protected dive sites in the Cabo Corridor, offering excellent conditions even during south swells. With a steady depth of 40 ft (12 m), it’s ideal for both beginners and experienced divers looking for a scenic, relaxed dive filled with canyon-like formations and abundant marine life.
This site is a hidden gem — not just for its easy conditions, but for the topography that keeps things interesting from start to finish.
🤿 The Dive
You’ll begin with a shallow rocky descent before following the reef line out to sea. The volcanic rock formations create natural canyons, chambers, and corridors, offering a fun and dynamic path to weave through.
Expect to spend most of your dive at 40 ft, with the reef slowly dropping off as you explore further. It’s a favorite site for spotting octopus, rays, and morays tucked into the crevices.
🐙What You’ll See
Moray eels hiding in rocky ledges
Scorpionfish and coral lobsters
Octopus and pufferfish
Eagle rays gliding by the canyons
Sea turtles, damselfish, wrasse & tropical reef fish
Colorful sponge and coral growth in pockets of the reef
🌟 Why We Love It
🪸 Sheltered and stable even during south swell
🪨 Canyon-style terrain and rock formations
🐙 Octopus, rays, and macro life in every crevice
🐢 Great for beginners and relaxed reef divers
🔦 A flashlight helps spot hiding critters
📍 Dive Details
Depth: ~40 ft (12 m)
Experience Level: Beginner to Advanced
Entry Type: Boat dive
Conditions: Calm, even when other sites are rough
Topography: Canyon walls, corridors, and rocky ridges
Note: Gavilanes is often selected for reef tours when conditions elsewhere are rough — and it never disappoints.