Map location of El Róbalo (Wreck)
Dive Spot Guide

El Róbalo (Wreck)

Shore-access wreck off Cayo Guillermo

ScubaShore EntryAdvanced
Wreck
Moderate-depth wreck with strong fish life, shallow coral growth and a route that rewards careful trim and steady gas planning.

About El Róbalo (Wreck)

El Róbalo is a shore-access wreck off Cayo Guillermo, set in open water with a broken hull, small coral growth and a dense cloud of fish around the structure. It is the sort of wreck that rewards a slow, deliberate circuit: the wreck itself is the landmark, but the fish schools, groupers and stingrays around it are what make the dive memorable. Plan it as a deeper wreck rather than a casual reef hop, because visibility, trim and gas discipline matter more than speed.

Research Estimate At El Róbalo (Wreck)

Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.

VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessModerate entry effort
Coral HealthMixed health
Marine LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CrowdedQuite busy

Where Is El Róbalo (Wreck)?

Map location of El Róbalo (Wreck)
This spotNearby spots
Community sourced coordinates.

El Róbalo (Wreck) Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

20m - 26m

Depth Note

A site list places Robalo around 20 m, while the DiveChamp listing gives a 26 m maximum depth and an 18 m visibility reading.

Best Season

Year-round when sea conditions are workable.

Typical Conditions

Moderate-depth wreck diving with clear Caribbean water on good days, a broken hull, and dense fish life around the structure.

Safety & Access At El Róbalo (Wreck)

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Overhead environmentRestricted access

Safety Notes

Treat the wreck as a deeper penetration-prone profile, keep buoyancy tight around the structure and avoid disturbing loose metal or coral growth.

Access Restrictions

Use the shoreline access only if conditions and local guidance allow it; otherwise treat the wreck as a guided site with careful entry planning.

Legal Notes

Do not remove artifacts or disturb the wreck structure; treat the site as protected underwater heritage.

Local Intel For El Róbalo (Wreck)

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba

Best for controlled wreck divers who are comfortable with depth, slow routing and careful gas management.

Freedive

Not appropriate; the wreck sits too deep for a practical freedive target.

Snorkel

Not a snorkeling site because the wreck and its life zone sit below the surface.

El Róbalo (Wreck) Dive Conditions Planner

Use the planner to scan this week, inspect today in local time, and understand how exposure shapes conditions at El Róbalo (Wreck).

Current Snapshot
No data
🌥️Variable
Sunrise
No data
Time
No data
Sunset
No data
Surface / Entry
Wind No data · Tide No data
Great
Sea State
Swell No data · Period unavailable
Great
Visibility Outlook
Rain chance No data
Great
Wind
No data
Swell
No data

Exposure Profile at El Róbalo (Wreck)

Directional shelter context for incoming swell.

Exposure Note

Hourly forecast data is not available yet.

Wildlife at El Róbalo (Wreck)

Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.

Recent Logged Visits At El Róbalo (Wreck)

Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.

No Dive Logs Yet

Be the first to log a dive at this spot and share your experience!

Dive Spot Log Averages At El Róbalo (Wreck)

Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.

Conditions
Avg. Visibility18m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
Loading nearby spots...

El Róbalo (Wreck) Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.

El Róbalo (Wreck) Guide - Sources and Updates

Last Updated

Research Sources

divechamp.com · Dive Directory

Wreck listing with 26 m maximum depth, 18 m visibility and advanced-diver framing.

divejourney.io · Dive Directory

Exact wreck page with shore-entry context and marine-life summary.

Know this site? Improve Spot Details.