

Best for intermediate divers, 8-18m, boat entry, moderate current.
Barranco is a marine site in the Galapagos Islands featuring a combination of wall, cave, and reef topography. Located 1000 metres from shore, this site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers. Depths range from 8 to 18 metres with an average of 12 metres. Divers may encounter California sea lions, pufferfish, wrasses, and Sally Lightfoot crabs. Other species recorded include spotted eagle rays, common blacktip sharks, threebanded butterflyfish, whiptail stingrays, blue-barred parrotfish, sea stars, Panamic sergeant majors, hermit crabs, gorettes, and yellow snappers. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility between 8 and 20 metres. Hazards include low visibility, overhead environments, sharks, and strong currents.
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Barranco is located in the academy bay of Santa Cruz Island.
We start from the main port in 20 minutes we arrive at the diving place.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-18m
Visibility
8-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Divers can observe California sea lions, pufferfish, wrasses, and Sally Lightfoot crabs. Less frequently, spotted eagle rays, common blacktip sharks, and various reef fish such as yellow snappers and blue-barred parrotfish are recorded.
Barranco is rated for intermediate divers. The site requires boat access and presents hazards including strong currents and overhead environments.
The site depth ranges from 8 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a boat dive located 1000 metres from the shore.
The site is classified as a dive site with an average depth of 12 metres and specific hazards like overhead environments, making it primarily suited for scuba diving.
Diving at Barranco in Puerto Ayora requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Barranco in Puerto Ayora. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
Expect moderate currents at Barranco in Puerto Ayora. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Barranco in Puerto Ayora typically ranges from 8 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.