La Gruta Del Tarpon

Cayos Pingues, Jardines De La Reina, Cuba

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Conditions & tides

La Gruta Del TarponCayos Pingues

Good · 5/5

conditions visualisation

Good5/5

Calm and diveable right now — best window today 7 AM–5 PM.

Wind4 kn N

Current~0.1 kn ENE · model

Swell

0.3 m · 4s · SE

Water

30 °C

Conditions through the day

6 AM6 PM

Calmest current near slack — 03:30 AM & 03:30 PM local

Sunrise 06:03 AM · Sunset 06:09 PM local

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Tide · local

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On-face swell 0.3 m — the component of the swell aimed at this site’s exposed face. Current is a regional model value (Copernicus, ~9 km grid) — a guide to the area, not a precise reef measurement. Imagery © Esri · not depth or visibility.

Scored by DiveConnect's site-physics model

Marine forecast via Copernicus Marine. Score is a rule-based guide from swell/wind vs. the site's exposure — always dive your own assessment.

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About this site

La Gruta Del Tarpon is a thrilling dive in Cuba's Jardines De La Reina, known for its massive school of tarpon that gather in a dramatic underwater cave. The site features a stunning swim-through with rays of light piercing through cracks in the ceiling, creating a magical effect. Strong currents attract large pelagics, while the surrounding coral formations host lobsters and groupers. Visibility is excellent, often exceeding 30 meters. Ideal for advanced divers seeking an adrenaline-filled encounter with marine giants.