Top Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in La Paz Department

The top 2 dive and snorkel sites in La Paz Department, ranked by diver reviews, with maps and photos. Read the La Paz Department guide

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Isla de los Patos

No reviews yetEl Salvador

Nice Walls, petrified lava, all around the island. Small cracks on the wall. Drive From San Salvador to Lago de Ilopango to the public beach of Apulo, there take a boat ride, they will wait for you to dive.

IntermediateMax depth 80.1 ftBoat entry
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Cerro El Mono

No reviews yetEl Salvador

Steep hill that dropped huge rocks, they are mounted on top of each other, creating small caves to chase fish. Many other great sites arround this. Lago de Ilopango. Must go by car to the town of APULO, on the shores of Lake Ilopango, ther take a boat ride and ask to go to Cerro del Mono, located behind la Isla de los Patos. About 20 to 30 min, ride.

BeginnerMax depth 49.9 ftBoat entry
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La Paz Department diving guide

Ready to check out the best sites in La Paz Department for scuba diving, snorkeling, shore diving, free diving or other ocean activities? Zentacle has 2 dive sites, snorkel spots, beaches, and more. Discover hand-curated maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.