Barranco
Impressive cliff dive with turtles, sharks, and a small cavern.
Boat Access
14m Avg Depth
18m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, located on the south-east side of the bay, offers a compelling underwater experience. It's approximately 15 to 20 minutes from Puerto Ayora and is suitable for divers with varying levels of experience—particularly those completing introductory training or honing their skills for advanced certification. The area features an impressive underwater cliff face, creating a dynamic environment teeming with marine life. Divers can frequently encounter graceful sea turtles, large schools of vibrant Salema fish (small striped fish), rays, and various black tip and white tip sharks. For adventurous explorers, there's the opportunity to explore a small cavern where lobsters may be found. Visibility is good in this area.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
wall divesharkturtlecavernbeginner friendlywide angle
Marine Life
sea turtlesSalema fishraysblack tip sharkswhite tip sharkslobsters
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner/Intermediate
Suitable for introductory training and skill development with moderate depth.
Hazards:
boat trafficdepth
Current Strength:
Mild
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