Xiloá

The Xiloa Lagoon is only 20 kilometers from Managua, Nicaragua's capital. The lagoon is volcanic in origin and makes for an interesting scuba diving location. The lagoon is home to 14 different fish species, and other water animals such as turtles and white crabs can also be found there. The lagoon's rocky bottom may be fairly steep at times, and jagged cliffs provide excellent wall-diving opportunities in some areas.

The Xiloa Lagoon is one of the Best Dive Sites in Nicaragua. The existence of geothermal vents is an intriguing feature of the lagoon. These vents heat the water, which may be seen and felt when diving around them. Another intriguing feature is the presence of a strange layer of transparent water at a depth of 18 to 30 meters between April and November. The water is not very clear at other levels, but for whatever reason, the water becomes substantially clearer at this depth during this period. The visibility at Xiloa isn't fantastic in general, but the lagoon has several intriguing features, and it can also be a great dive for those who aren't yet experienced with diving in a lagoon. Depending on the location being studied, diving can be done from the shore or from a boat. The cost of a two-tank dive, including transportation from Managua, is around $55, or $30 for a single tank.

Location: Managua, Nicaragua

Depth: 18 to 30 meters