

Best for intermediate divers, 8-30m, boat entry, strong current.
Gordon Rocks is a reef and drift dive site located off the east coast of Santa Cruz Island. Accessible only by boat, this site is suited for intermediate divers due to strong currents and surge. Depths range from 8 to 30 metres with visibility between 7 and 25 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 19C and 24C, with frequent thermoclines. Divers should be prepared for cold water and potential entanglement hazards. Species recorded around this area include California sea lions, whitetip reef sharks, spotted eagle rays, king angelfish, and various moray eels, wrasses, and triggerfish.
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If you have less than 25 dives, you can have your skills evaluated at another site or hire a private guide to dive Gordon Rocks.
Travel by taxi to the Itabaca Channel on the north side of Santa Cruz, then by boat to the site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-30m
Visibility
7-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-24°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include California sea lions, whitetip reef sharks, spotted eagle rays, king angelfish, moray eels, wrasses, and triggerfish.
No, Gordon Rocks is recommended for intermediate divers due to the presence of strong currents and surge.
The site features depths ranging from 8 to 30 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 30 minutes from the Itabaca Channel.
The site is designated for diving and is not suitable for snorkelling due to the depth and strong currents.
Diving at Gordon Rocks in Puerto Ayora requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Gordon Rocks in Puerto Ayora. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 24°C.
Divers at Gordon Rocks in Puerto Ayora should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Gordon Rocks in Puerto Ayora can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Gordon Rocks in Puerto Ayora typically ranges from 7 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.