Experience Scuba Diving in the Sea of Cortéz

The Sea of Cortéz is well known worldwide for its excellent conditions for scuba diving.
No other area has more magnificent dive sites than the surroundings of Rancho Leonero, with Cabo Pulmo National Marine Park within close proximity (great for both scuba and snorkel tours), plus countless tiny islets that contribute to the Sea of Cortéz' fame of being a place where almost anything can happen at any time.
The privileged location of Rancho Leonero Resort, partnered with Vista Sea Sport, allows for short boat rides, insuring more quality time at dive sites. Or stay local and enjoy our world famous double reef, just off our shores.

Common sightings in the depths of the Sea of Cortéz are Parrotfish, panamic pork fish, King angelfish, cortez angelfish, moorish idols, butterflyfish, porcupine and guinea fowl puffers, coronet fish, stone scorpianfish, goatfish, cabrilla, sargeant majors, and many varieties of moray eels, grunts, snappers, damsels, wrasse, hawkefish, blennies, jacks, surgeonfish, starfish, gobies, grouper, and grunts.

Spend a morning or evening exploring the famous double reef at the resort. Or take a guided snorkeling tour to Coral Beach or the secluded Iguana Beach, where you can visit the nearby sea lion colony. Click here for additional information on our snorkel tours. Scuba dive the renowned Cabo Pulmo reef, the only living coral reef in the northwestern hemisphere. Introductory dive courses and PADI certification classes available.