Papatimones

Underwater mountain with historical wreckage around a prominent, treacherous shoal.

Boat Access
20m Avg Depth
39m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located in a bay where numerous vessels have historically collided with a prominent shoal, evidenced by broken rudders. The shoal appears at low tide but disappears at high tide. After approximately 14 minutes of boat travel, divers will anchor near one of these shoals at a depth of around 12 meters. Following the anchoring point at the cape’s end, the dive continues north to explore an underwater mountain formation. Divers are encouraged to circle the imposing shoal and observe the unique geological structures created by the sea's influence. This location offers a captivating glimpse into the dynamic interactions between marine life and the coastal environment.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

pinnaclerock formationwreckwide anglegeological formations

Marine Life

Common octopusConger eelBallan wrasseSpider crabLobsterPollockBlenny

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Shallow start at 12m but extends to 39m, requiring good depth control and awareness of potential currents.

Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:

Variable

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 16.5°C

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