El Penon - Tabaiba's Wreck

Accessible tugboat wreck with diverse rays and marine life.

- Access
24m Avg Depth
35m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, El Penon, offers a compelling wreck experience. The location features a 35-meter long tugboat that rests at depths ranging from 18 to 30 meters. This wreck has been prepared for divers prior to its sinking and is considered relatively safe. Divers with basic open water certification can explore the top of the vessel, while more experienced divers and those with advanced certifications are welcome to penetrate deeper into the engine room. The surrounding area boasts a rich diversity of marine life, adding to the dive's appeal. The wreck itself provides an excellent habitat for various species.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

BarracudaEagle raySting rayAtlantic rayFlying GurnardAngelsharkAtlantic Torpedo Ray

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow deck for beginners, deeper wreck penetration for advanced divers.

Hazards:
depthcurrentboat trafficmarine life
Current Strength:

Variable

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