

Best for intermediate divers, 20-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Anchorage is a diverse dive site off Wolf Island, Ecuador, featuring a combination of wall, reef, drift, and cave topography. Divers typically explore depths between 20 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 21 metres. The site includes an overhead cave section and artificial reef elements. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and divers should anticipate thermoclines as temperatures drop from the surface range of 23 to 25 degrees Celsius. Marine life includes spotted eagle rays, California sea lions, king angelfish, panamic green morays, and various wrasses, groupers, and triggerfish. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for intermediate divers.
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Check current and swell conditions with your liveaboard crew before every entry, as conditions at Wolf Island can shift quickly and the site sits at significant depth with an overhead cave section. Confirm facility and equipment details locally, as no permanent facilities are listed for this site.
Primarily accessed by liveaboard; permit-restricted access requires booking 6 months ahead.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-25°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Divers frequently encounter spotted eagle rays, king angelfish, panamic green morays, wrasses, groupers, and triggerfish. California sea lions, zebra morays, and reef octopuses are also recorded at the site.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the overhead cave environment, potential for thermoclines, and the need for situational awareness regarding currents and boat traffic.
The site ranges from 20 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 21 metres.
Anchorage is a boat-only entry site. Divers must perform ascents and safety stops away from the path of passing surface vessels.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 20 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Anchorage in Galápagos Islands requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Anchorage in Galápagos Islands. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Anchorage in Galápagos Islands are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Anchorage in Galápagos Islands typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Anchorage in Galápagos Islands typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.