Colombia · Malpelo
La Nevera
Also known as: The Fridge, El Freezer
Best time to dive
December to April
What you might see
- Hammerhead sharkLikely
- 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
Not a snorkel site - No - deep cleaning station on a steep slope, boat dive only
Safety notes
Strong currents, thermocline cold shock, remote location, no chamber on site
Permits & fees
PNN Malpelo park entry fee, reported ~COP 134,000/day, collected via liveaboard operator
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Buenaventura
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.

