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El Falucho
Quintay wreck with intact structure and fish-rich algae edges.
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Local operator required
Local dive boats from Quintay are the normal way to reach the wreck and handle bay timing.
Boat access from Quintay, simple wreck routing, and a bay that rewards calmer mornings with clearer water.
About El Falucho
El Falucho is Quintay's shallow wreck dive, with a complete wreck frame on sand and huiro beds around the structure. Divers work the wreck as an open, straightforward route rather than an overhead swim-through, so the site reads as a clean scenic circuit with life tucked into the structure. Boat access from Quintay is the normal plan, and calmer mornings usually give the clearest look.
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Research Estimate At El Falucho
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is El Falucho?
This spotNearby spots
Community sourced coordinates.
El Falucho Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 16m
Depth Note
The wreck sits on sand at about 15m, and directory listings put the site around 16m at most.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer mornings usually giving the clearest read on the wreck.
Typical Conditions
Shallow wreck on sand with huiro around the frame; the main variables are visibility, swell, and boat timing.
Safety & Access At El Falucho
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficLow visibility
Safety Notes
Use a local Quintay operator, watch the boat window, and keep buoyancy tight around the structure because the water can cloud over quickly.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Quintay is the normal route, so plan it with a local operator rather than as a casual walk-in dive.
Legal Notes
Follow Quintay harbor and heritage-area rules, and stay inside the access plan set by the operator.
Local Intel For El Falucho
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A straightforward boat wreck dive with an open circuit around the frame and enough fish life in the structure to keep the route interesting.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target; the wreck is better planned as a scuba dive with guide support.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the wreck sits below ordinary surface viewing.
Wildlife at El Falucho
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At El Falucho
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At El Falucho
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
