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The Point

The Point

Manzanillo Bay, Mexico

Depth
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15m

Visibility
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10m - 30m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

The Point

Manzanillo Bay, Mexico

The Point
Depth
Depth Icon

15m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

10m - 30m

Entry
Boat Entry Icon

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About The Point

Situated on the Northernmost Point just off Santiago Bay. This is a easy, relaxing and very popular dive. Beautiful rock formations enveloped in hard corals. Here divers will also have a chance to see a very rare fish called the 'Popeye Catalufa'

The Point Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Rock, Reef, Other

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

15m

Visibility Range

10m 30m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21%

O2

11% at 13m / 36%

O2
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Marine Life

  • Damsel Fish
  • Hawk Fish
  • King Angels
  • Popeye Catalufa
  • Puffer Fish
  • Various
  • Yellowtail Surgeons
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Location

Dive Site Hazards

  • Bubble Trapping Under Overhangs — Rock overhangs can trap exhaled bubbles, reducing visibility and causing disorientation.

  • Reflected Surge Patterns — Surge reflecting off rock faces can create irregular and unpredictable water movement.

  • Current Funnel Effect — Narrow gaps between rocks can accelerate water flow unexpectedly.

  • Hidden Depth Variations — Complex reef topography can conceal depth changes, leading to unintended profile variations.

  • Distraction from Marine Activity — High fish activity can distract divers and delay depth or gas awareness.

  • Rapid Surge Direction Changes — Surge near reef structures can reverse direction quickly, pushing divers sideways into unexpected areas.

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