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A school of hammerhead sharks at Gordo Banks, Baja California Sur

Gordo Banks Scuba Diving

Sharks & Pelagic Adventure

Encounter Hammerhead Sharks and Pelagic Life at Gordo Banks

Gordo Banks, located 22 nautical miles from Cabo San Lucas (approximately 1–1.5 hours by boat), is the ultimate destination for offshore scuba diving and pelagic encounters. This underwater wilderness is home to schools of hammerhead sharks, silky sharks, jacks, and seasonal species such as humpback whales, marlins, manta rays, and whale sharks.

The inner bank is the shallowest peak, reaching around 120 ft / 35 m, featuring dramatic canyons decorated with giant sponges, black coral, and colorful sea fans. At the outer bank, there is no visible bottom, offering an immersive dive in the deep blue, perfect for advanced divers seeking a true pelagic adventure.

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These offshore dives at Gordo Banks combine the thrill of uncertainty with the possibility of witnessing epic, unforgettable marine encounters, making it one of the top scuba diving destinations in Cabo San Lucas.

Scalloped hammerhead sharks during a dive at Gordo Banks

It's important to remember that to dive in Gordo Banks you must have at least 40 logged dives, hold an Advanced Open Water certification, and complete a previous check dive with us. Conditions at Gordo Banks can sometimes be challenging due to strong currents and other ocean factors, so it is essential to refresh skills such as buoyancy control and air consumption before embarking on this offshore scuba adventure.

​$250 USD* 2-tank
+
$90 USD* previous check dive

  • * + $40 USD equipment rental

  • ​Price per person

  • Minimum 3 people to run the trip (private options available)

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Payment policy and cancellations

Silky sharks swimming with scuba divers at Gordo Banks, Cabo San Lucas

Details of interest

Season and duration

  • 5 hours experience, morning trip

  • 2-tank activity + 1-tank check dive in the previous days

  • All year round (best time to spot silky sharks May - December, best time for hammerheads June - December)

What to expect

  • Visibility 30-100ft / 9-30m

  • Highly variable temperatures with thermoclines 60-85F / 15/29C

  • Possible strong currents​

What’s included

  • Certified guides EN/SP/FR

  • Reef friendly sunscreen

  • Towels

  • Water, sodas, light snacks​​​

  • Lunch box​

Not included

  • Dive gear (full or piece rental available)

  • Professional photo service (optional add-on)

  • Personal travel/medical insurance

  • Gratuities

What to bring

  • Swimsuit

  • Sunglasses, hat or cap

  • Sweater or jacket in cold months

  • It is highly recommended to take anti-motion sickness remedies at least one hour before the activity​​​

Requirements

  • Previous medical questionare

  • Last dive minimum 6 months ago

  • 40 logged dives

  • AOW diver certification

  • Previous check dive with us

  • 18 years old minimum

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