Cave of the Sleeping Sharks

Discovered by local fisherman Carlos “Válvula” García and made world-famous by Jacques Cousteau. The “sleeping” shark phenomenon is due to an oxygen-rich current that allows them to rest motionless, defying previous knowledge.

History

Description

Experience a legendary, adrenaline-filled dive. Descend into a series of underwater caverns where bull, nurse, and leopard sharks rest motionless on the sandy bottom—a unique scientific phenomenon that will take your breath away and connect you to the wild side of the ocean.

Marine Life: Multiple shark species in a resting state.

• Depth: 24 meters

• Required Certification: Advanced Open Water REQUIRED

• Dive Type: Cave (no penetration), deep dive