This dive site presents the "home" wreck of El Aguila, a 60-meter (200 feet) cargo ship that was intentionally sunk in 1997 by Anthony’s Key Resort. Following Hurricane Mitch in 1998, the wreck suffered significant damage and broke into three pieces, tilting at an angle of approximately 45 degrees. Located a short boat ride from the shop (about 5 minutes), access is typically made via a mooring line descending through a swim-through entry point on the stern. Divers navigate along the ship’s length, encountering another swim-through within the collapsed middle section. The bow area offers a final swim-through leading to a vertical exit through an old hatch. A spiraling ascent up the bow mast culminates at around 20 meters (60 feet). With sufficient time, there's an opportunity for exploration of the reef wall nearby, often hosting Seahorses as a notable feature.
El Aguila
Famous shipwreck dive with swim-throughs and nearby reef wall.
Boat Access
25m Avg Depth
33m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
wreckcoral reefwall diveswim-throughwide angle
Things to Note
Difficulty:
intermediate
Wreck penetration, overhead environments, and depth require good buoyancy control.
Hazards:
depthoverhead environmententanglementboat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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