Corridor Scuba Diving
in Los Cabos
Small-Group Reef Diving in the Cabo San Lucas Corridor
Calm Reefs and Vivid Coral Down the Coast
About 20 to 30 minutes down the coast from the marina, the Los Cabos Corridor offers a different side of diving: calmer water, shallower reefs, and coral gardens thick with hard and white coral. It's a gentler pace than the canyon walls of the Local Marine Park, but no less colorful, and just as much a small-group experience.
Best Dive Sites in the Los Cabos Corridor
We choose each day's sites based on conditions and the group's experience, and with no more than 4 or 5 divers per instructor, we can adjust on the spot rather than sticking to a fixed plan. Most dives here stay between 30 and 50 ft (9 and 15 m), drifting over reefs thick with hard and white coral, an easier, more relaxed dive than the Marine Park's canyon walls, and a favorite for divers who love calm, colorful, tropical dive sites.
Marine Life in the Corridor
Sea turtles and eagle rays are frequent visitors here, gliding past sites like Cabeza de Ballena and Chileno. In winter, roughly December through April, the boat ride out doubles as a whale watching trip too: humpback whales pass along this same stretch of coast, and their songs often carry through the water while you dive.
Want to see the Marine Park too? Just ask when you book. We can combine both areas into the same 4-hour trip, one dive in each, at no extra cost.
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Cabeza de Ballena (Whale Head). Named for the rocky points that break the surface, with fan corals and a colorful reef covered in tropical fish just below. This is our best spot in the Corridor to see eagle rays gliding along the reef.
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Santa Maria. A shallow, sheltered reef with sandy patches between the coral, calm enough for snorkeling and easy, shallow dives alike.
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Blowhole. Named for the rock formation that vents seawater at the surface, with a reef below where schools of groupers gather and mobula rays often fly by.
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Gavilanes. A point dive with varied coral and busy schools of tropical fish. Listen closely underwater, because humpback whale songs can sometimes be heard in winter.
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Chileno. A reef-rich bay with fan corals and plenty of tropical fish, where whitetip reef sharks show up from time to time.
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What are the requirements to dive the Corridor in Los Cabos?
To join our Corridor dives, you need an Open Water certification or higher from any recognized agency (PADI, SSI, NAUI and others) and good general health for diving. Divers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you're not certified yet, our Discover Scuba Diving program in the Marine Park is the perfect first step.
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How far is the Corridor from Cabo San Lucas?
The Corridor dive sites are about 20 to 30 minutes by boat from the Cabo San Lucas marina, along the coast toward San José del Cabo. The ride is short and scenic, with views of the coastline and, in winter, a good chance of spotting whales on the way.
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Do I need a Refresher before diving the Corridor?
If you haven't dived in a year or more, we recommend doing our Scuba Refresher first. It takes place in the Marine Park, so you can get comfortable again before heading out to the Corridor reefs.
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What's the schedule, and how long is the trip dock to dock?
Corridor dives are morning departures only, and the trip lasts about 4 hours dock to dock. The wind usually picks up in the afternoon, and the reef shows its colors best in the morning light, so we keep this dive to mornings.
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What should I bring on the Corridor dive?
Bring a swimsuit, sunglasses and a hat or cap. An underwater camera is worth it for the colorful reefs and turtles. If you're prone to seasickness, take your medication before we leave the dock.
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What's not included in the price?
The price doesn't include dive gear, which you can rent with us, or personal travel and medical insurance. Gratuities for the captain and crew are not included and are always appreciated.
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Can I book a private Corridor dive?
Yes. We dive the Corridor in small, semi-private groups, and you can upgrade to a private guide or a fully private boat for a more personal experience.
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What's the best time of year to dive the Corridor?
You can dive the Corridor all year round. From January to July the water is cooler and full of life, and in winter you may even hear humpback whales singing underwater. From August to December the water is warm and tropical, with the best visibility of the year over the reefs.
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How long should I wait to fly after diving the Corridor?
Plan on 12 hours after one dive and 18 hours after two dives. If you've done more than two dives or dived several days in a row, wait 24 hours before your flight.
