🇵🇪Snorkeling, Freediving, and Scuba in Peru

South Pacific Ocean

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Tropical East Pacific

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Warm Temperate Southeastern Pacific

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Central Peru

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Guayaquil

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Humboldtian

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Baja Huaman

Baja Huaman is situated on the northwest side of Pucusana Island, approximately 25 minutes by boat from Santa Maria and just 10 minutes from the Pucusana pier. The site features a combination of sandy and rocky bottoms, separated by a rock formation. Divers should be prepared for a swift entry and descent due to the direct impact of the sea. This site is recommended for advanced divers only, as conditions can be challenging.

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Baja Loca

Baja Loca is a deep dive site that reaches depths of up to 22 meters. The dive features a combination of sandy and rocky substrates. It is characterized by a diverse array of marine life, including various species of nudibranchs and schools of fish. Due to the depth and conditions, this site is recommended for advanced or expert divers only. Entry to the site is from the shore.

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Cerro Partido

Cerro Partido is situated approximately 5 minutes southwest of La Tiza. This dive site is accessible from the shore and is suitable for divers of all experience levels. The underwater environment features a rich diversity of marine life, including abundant shoals, kelp forests, and various fish species. Divers can expect to encounter numerous moray eels and crabs within this vibrant ecosystem.

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El Chuncho

El Chuncho is located at coordinates -12.472400, -76.798600, and is accessible via shore entry. This dive site features an average depth of 10 meters and is characterized by a significant kelp forest that supports a diverse array of marine life, including various fish species, crabs, and anemones. The site is situated in a protected bay, which typically ensures favorable diving conditions.

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El Dado

El Dado is situated on the northwest side of Pucusana Island, approximately 25 minutes by boat from Santa Maria and 10 minutes from the Pucusana pier. The dive site features a combination of sandy and rocky bottoms, descending along a rocky wall with an average depth of 24 meters. The area is characterized by various types of algae on the seafloor. Due to the direct impact of the sea, divers must execute a quick entry and descent from the boat. This site is recommended for advanced divers only.

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El Venado

El Venado is a dive site located approximately 10 minutes past Chuncho in Pucusana. The site features two distinct bottom types: a rocky area and a sandy section. Divers can explore a wall that begins at a depth of 8 meters and extends down to 25 meters. The marine life here is diverse, with notable sightings of moray eels concealed among the rocks, as well as various starfish.

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Gallinazo

Gallinazo is located at coordinates -12.462700, -76.789600, approximately 25 minutes by boat from Santa Maria and 10 minutes from the Pucusana pier. This site features a kelp forest that provides habitat for various marine species, including fish, crabs, and anemones. The entry and descent require quick action due to the direct impact of the sea, making it suitable only for advanced divers.

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Grano de Oro

Grano de Oro is located at coordinates -12.492400, -76.800300 and is accessible via shore entry. The dive site features an average depth of 14 meters and is characterized by a significant kelp forest that provides habitat for various marine species, including fish, crabs, and anemones. The bay is generally well-protected, ensuring that diving conditions are often favorable.

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La Lobera

La Lobera is situated on the northwest side of Pucusana Island in the Galapagos. The dive site is accessible by boat, taking approximately 25 minutes from Santa Maria and just 10 minutes from the Pucusana pier. Divers must perform a quick entry and descent due to the direct impact of the sea in this area. This site is known for its seasonal populations of sea lions and schools of fish, making it a dynamic environment. Only advanced divers are recommended to explore this site due to its conditions.

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Laberinto

Laberinto is situated northeast of Santa Maria beach and requires divers to have advanced or expert certification due to its challenging conditions. The site features a series of rocks with varying sizes, providing a unique underwater landscape. Divers can observe a diverse array of marine life, including numerous fish species, crabs, and a wide variety of nudibranchs. The entry to the dive site is from the shore.

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Lake Titicaca

Lake Titicaca is the highest recreational dive site in the world at 3,810 meters (12,500 feet). Divers can expect to see a variety of endemic aquatic species and unique lake formations. Dives are organized through El Centre de Instruccion de Buceo en Altura of the Bolivian Navy, and participants must complete hyperbaric testing.

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Muelle abandonado

Muelle Abandonado is situated near a deserted dock, approximately 5 minutes from Embajadores beach. The dive site reaches a maximum depth of 14 meters, making it suitable for both novice and experienced divers. The area is characterized by significant biodiversity, attributed to its proximity to an abandoned platform and rocky dock. Divers can observe various marine life, including fish, crabs, a small kelp forest, nudibranchs, and frogfish.

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Muelle Minka Mar

Muelle Minka Mar is situated near a dock and features a sandy bottom with depths ranging from 8 to 12 meters. This site is suitable for divers of all experience levels and offers the opportunity for night dives. The underwater environment includes broken shells and is home to a variety of marine life, including crabs, fish, sponges, anemones, and blennies.

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