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Published Sep 4, 2023Official tourism page for the Isla de la Plata and Puerto Lopez whale-season corridor.
Dive Spot Guide•
Tres Rocas
Tres Rocas is a boat-dived rock site off Isla de la Plata with seasonal mantas.
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate
ReefWall
Local operator required
Boat access from Puerto Lopez and park logistics make a local operator the practical way to reach the site.
Plan on a boat day from Puerto Lopez with operator logistics, moderate current, and the June-to-October manta and whale window.
About Tres Rocas
Tres Rocas is a boat-dived rock formation off Isla de la Plata, built around a shallow wall and three rocky pinnacles. It suits divers who want current-aware structure, seasonal megafauna, and a simple boat day from Puerto López.
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Research Estimate At Tres Rocas
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is Tres Rocas?
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Tres Rocas Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 25m
Depth Note
The site starts around a 15 m wall and the main rock features extend to about 25 m on a boat approach from Puerto Lopez.
Best Season
June to October
Typical Conditions
Boat dive with moderate current and seasonal visibility swings; plan the trip around the peak manta and whale window.
Safety & Access At Tres Rocas
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Keep a tight buddy team on entries, exits, and ascents because the site is boat-only and current can build.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access with a local operator is the normal route; follow park and guide instructions.
Legal Notes
Use a licensed local operator and follow the Machalilla/Isla de la Plata rules that apply to the area.
Local Intel For Tres Rocas
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Scuba is the primary fit here. The dive stays close to the rock structure, with the main attraction in the fish and megafauna traffic.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the main structures sit at scuba depths and are better handled from a boat.
Snorkeling
Tres Rocas is mainly a scuba stop; snorkel time is usually better handled elsewhere on the broader Isla de la Plata day trip.
Tres Rocas Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Tres Rocas
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Exposure Note
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Wildlife at Tres Rocas
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Tres Rocas
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Tres Rocas
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
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Tres Rocas Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Tres Rocas Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
theportuguesetraveler.com · Community
Firsthand dive report with current, visibility, and boat-day context.
www.ecoregistros.org · Biological Database
Area species list for Isla de la Plata with manta ray and turtle records.
www.exploradiving.com · Operator
Operator support for Machalilla and Isla de la Plata boat diving.
www.thediveglobe.com · Community
Community-style dive guide with boat access, depth, season, and visibility signals.
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