Colombia · Taganga/Santa Marta

Isla Aguja

Also known as: Cabo de la Aguja

Best time to dive

December to April; May to November

What you might see

  • BarracudaPossible
  • Eagle rayPossible
  • Sea turtlePossible
  • Whale sharkPossible

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - yes - Calichan's shallow sandy cove is commonly used for snorkeling and Discover Scuba/mini dive courses

Safety notes

boat traffic, current changes around exposed points, occasional swell at outer sections

Permits & fees

the island lies inside PNN Tayrona; park entrance fee schedule applies (2026: foreigners ~81,000-96,500 COP depending on season) - park closes ~15 days twice a year for indigenous rest/recovery, exact closure dates vary by year, confirm with operator before booking

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Taganga

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.